Your messages on WhatsApp are even more secure now. How? WhatsApp has introduced a two-step verification process. This new feature will enable you to block anyone who tries to access your account from any other device without your knowledge.
How to Manage 2-step verification on WhatsApp?
Managing 2-step verification on WhatsApp is a simple process. You just have to:
- Go to WhatsApp Settings
- Open Account
- Click on the Two-step verification
- Click Enable
What happens next?
After you enable it, you will be asked to enter a six-digit pin of your choice and then asked for its confirmation. The next step involves, providing your email address. This is optional. You can Skip if you do not wish to add your email address. However it is recommended that you provide your email address as it helps you to reset your two-step verification process in the future.
If you fail to provide your email address, you will have to wait for 7 days to reset your PIN.
If you provide your email address, click Next. Then save and confirm.
Hurray! Your two-step verification with WhatsApp is complete.
Disabling your Two-step verification process
If you want to disable the process,
- Go to Settings
- Click on Account
- Go to Two-step verification and then click disable.
You are done!
Important Points to Note:
- You will see the Two-step verification screen only after you have successfully registered your phone number on WhatsApp.
- Do provide your email address while enabling the Two-Step verification process.
- The 6-digit PIN number your enter while enabling this feature is different from the 6 digit registration code you receive via SMS or a phone call.
- If you have forgotten the PIN, then Forgot PIN and then Disable to access the account.
This feature is a major tool in keeping your messages secured and safe.
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