WhatsApp update allows users to lock it behind Face ID or Touch ID

WhatsApp has just received a small but important update, which will make your conversations safer from prying eyes. The update is related to...

WhatsApp has just received a small but important update, which will make your conversations safer from prying eyes. The update is related to Face ID and Touch ID features, and it's only available on the iOS app for the time being.

The folks over at WhatsApp have decided to add an extra layer of security for those using the app and allow them to lock the app behind Face ID or Touch ID. To benefit from the new security feature, simply head to Settings / Account / Privacy and make sure to enable Screen Lock.

Once Screen Lock is enabled, every time you open WhatsApp, the app will require ...

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