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Secret codes for Whatsapp - how to protect your chats from prying eyes from now on

Secret codes for Whatsapp - how to protect your chats from prying eyes from now on

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Secret codes for Whatsapp - how to protect your chats from prying eyes from now on
Secret codes for Whatsapp - how to protect your chats from prying eyes from now on

WhatsApp Secrets Unveiled: Master Chat Privacy with Secret Codes

Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, has unveiled a fascinating new addition to WhatsApp: secret codes! These unique passwords will shield certain chats, keeping them hidden until the correct code is entered in the search bar. Ready to boost your chat privacy game? Let's dive in!

How It Works

To secure your chats with secret codes, simply tap and hold your desired chat, select the protection option, and follow the prompts. No device-wide changes are required, and these codes will be available worldwide in the coming months.

Secure your chats at the touch of a button. Locking a chat and setting a secret code allows you to rediscover conversations instantly when typing the exact code in the search bar.

A recent report from IT trade magazine "Heise" highlights that this feature is perfect for individuals who occasionally share their phones with others and wish to protect specific conversations. Additionally, users in dangerous or persecuted situations may greatly benefit from this added layer of protection. But there's more – even the most curious partners will have a harder time uncovering the spicy secrets hidden in your chats!

Step-by-Step Guide to Enable Secret Code Functionality

Ready to try it out? Here are the detailed steps to enable and use the secret code feature for chat protection on WhatsApp:

  1. Enable Chat Lock:
  2. Open your WhatsApp application and tap on the chat you wish to secure.
  3. Press and hold on the chat and select "Lock Chat" from the menu.
  4. Set Up Secret Code:
  5. After locking the chat, you'll be prompted to create a secret code. Enter the secret code into the search bar within the Chats tab to unlock the folder containing your locked chat.
  6. Hide Locked Chats Folder (Optional):
  7. To hide the "locked chats" folder from your chat list, go to "Settings > Chats > Hidden Chats > Show Hidden Chats" and toggle off the switch.
  8. Accessing Locked Chats on Linked Devices:
  9. If you're using WhatsApp on a linked device (like your PC), you'll need your secret code to access the locked chats. Create the secret code within the locked chats folder on your primary device.
  10. Remembering Your Secret Code:
  11. Be careful using the chat lock feature: if you forget your secret code, all locked chats will be unlocked and wiped clean, including messages and media.

By following these easy-to-follow steps, you'll successfully protect your WhatsApp chats globally – enjoy the privacy boost!

[1] Enrichment Data. (2023, December 2). WhatsApp Secret Code Feature. Retrieved from

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