Recently, WhatsApp introduced a new channel explore feature which is related to WhatsApp Channel and today WhatsApp made a announcement that WhatsApp is Bringing a Locked Chat Feature to your Linked Devices. It means now you can lock your chat not only on your mobile but also on your linked devices like laptop, tab etc.
Let’s know what the WhatsApp chat lock feature for linked devices is and how it works.
WhatsApp is Bringing a Locked Chat Feature to your Linked Devices
It looks like WhatsApp is working on a new privacy feature for new connected devices. As reported by WABetaInfo, popular instant messaging app WhatsApp is rolling out the locked chat feature for linked devices.
This feature is designed to provide users with an extra layer of security for their conversations, ensuring that even their sensitive chats are secure on their connected devices.
What is the chat lock feature for linked devices?
The Lock Chat feature lets you hide certain chats behind a password or fingerprint. These locked chats will not be shown in your default chat list.
To access these, you must first unlock the lock. This feature is very useful for those people who take special care of their privacy and do not want anyone holding their phone to see their private conversations.
How will the chat lock feature for linked devices work?
Previously, the locked chat feature was only available on your main phone. But now, WhatsApp is bringing it to your linked devices too!
This means you can protect your locked chats on your tablet or computer in the same way you keep them on your phone.
- First of all, you need to enable the lock chat feature on your main phone.
- After this, you can set a secret code or fingerprint unlock.
- Once the setup is complete, all your locked chats will automatically be locked on your linked device as well.
- To access these locked chats on the linked device, you’ll need to use the same secret code or fingerprint you set up on your phone.
What are the benefits of Chat lock feature for linked devices?
There are many benefits of bringing locked chat feature on WhatsApp. Let’s take a look at some of the main benefits:
Better privacy: This feature protects your chats from the eyes of people you don’t want them to see. Even if your phone gets unlocked or someone takes your tablet, your locked chats will remain safe.
Easily accessible: You no longer have to be limited to locked chats on your phone. You can access them the same way on your linked device.
Extra security: Having the extra layer of a secret code or fingerprint unlock makes your chats even more secure. Even if someone knows your phone password, they still won’t be able to see your locked chats.
How to use the chat lock feature for linked devices?
This feature is still in beta testing. This means that it may not be available to all users at this time. You have to install the latest version of WhatsApp.
Your phone must have device authentication (like fingerprint or Face ID) set up. You will also need to install the latest version of WhatsApp on your linked device.
To use the lock chat feature, follow these steps:
On your main phone:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat you want to lock.
- Tap the chat header.
- Select the “Lock Chat” option.
- Select your preferred unlock method (Secret Code or Fingerprint).
- Set and confirm the unlock method.
On your linked device:
- Open WhatsApp and tap the “Locked Chats” folder.
- Tap the locked chat you want to access.
- Enter the unlock method (secret code or fingerprint).
- The chat will be unlocked and you can see and communicate with it.
Conclusion
The lock chat feature for linked devices on WhatsApp is a great feature that can help improve your privacy. This helps you protect your secret chats from the eyes of people you don’t want to see them. If you are concerned about your privacy, this feature will definitely be useful for you.