WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, has announced two new updates to further strengthen privacy controls. The two new additions: Silence Unknown Callers and Privacy Checkup, have already been rolled out to users.
The Silence Unknown Callers feature is designed to give users increased privacy and control over incoming calls. This feature enhances protection by automatically screening out spam, scams, and calls from unknown sources. While these calls will not ring on the user's phone, they will still be visible in the Call list, allowing important calls to come through.
In addition, WhatsApp is introducing Privacy Checkup, a step-by-step guide that educates users about the various privacy settings available on the platform. This comprehensive feature walks users through selecting the appropriate level of protection for their messages, calls, and personal information. By accessing the Privacy settings and choosing 'Start checkup,' users can easily navigate through multiple privacy layers, ensuring their security is strengthened.
Starting this week, WhatsApp will encourage individuals to contact friends and loved ones via private messages, emphasising that these interactions provide a secure environment for open conversations.
While WhatsApp has already implemented robust security measures such as end-to-end encryption, it continues prioritising user privacy by adding additional layers of protection with features like Chat Lock, Disappearing Messages, screenshot blocking for View Once, and more.
