Whatsapp Launches Strict Account Settings: How To Enable And What It Does

2026-01-28 05:01:04

(MENAFN- AsiaNet News)

WhatsApp introduces Strict Account Settings to protect users from hacking and cyber fraud by blocking unknown calls, media, and links. Learn how to enable this one-tap security feature.

Meta's instant messaging platform, WhatsApp, has a cool new feature to boost user security. It's called "Strict Account Settings." Let's find out how to enable it and what it does.

The new Strict Account Settings feature can block media, attachments, and calls from unknown numbers. It also disables link previews from unfamiliar contacts to prevent hacking attempts.

Enable Strict Account Settings with one click. Go to Settings > Privacy > Advanced. At the bottom, you'll see the option to 'Turn On' the feature. Just tap it to enable.

Strict Account Settings is a lockdown-style feature that protects your account from complex cyberattacks. Meta says it's especially useful for high-risk individuals like journalists.

Meta has long claimed all messages are end-to-end encrypted. This new feature adds more security as cases of hacking via links, APK files, and financial fraud are on the rise.

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