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Prevent Whatsapp from getting Hacked.

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: October 21, 2021 12:07 IST

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WhatsApp has become a very effective means of communication for everyone. It is widely used in every corner that's why it constantly brings new breaking features for its users. Everything from office to private is shared through it.
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Important photos, videos, files can also be sent through WhatsApp. There are some things to be very careful about using WhatsApp to prevent hacking.
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Users should always keep two-step verifications on. This provides additional security, which protects your account from being hacked.
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Users just have to go to WhatsApp settings and click on the Account option. Then enter the password by clicking on the Two-Step Verification option.
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This is an important feature in WhatsApp. This includes an instant alert message if you log in to another device or another phone. WhatsApp allows users to use a security code for this.
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Users will have to continue the Show Security Notifications option. For this, tap on Account Settings of WhatsApp Setting selects the Security option. Then click on the Show Security Notifications option.
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Do not share private information such as an address, phone number, e-mail, and bank details when talking to anyone on WhatsApp. Also, do not disclose security codes, credit card information, and passwords.
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WhatsApp contains important information. So anyone can access the account. In that case, users can secure the app with a password or PIN. For this, Users can take the help of a third-party app.
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If the smartphone is suddenly lost or stolen and your account is logged in, lock the sim with the help of your network provider immediately. Also instantly log WhatsApp to another phone with a phone number.
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Doing so can prevent you from using WhatsApp on older phones and will close your account. Apart from this, WhatsApp also has many more powerful features.
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