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> WhatsApp is adding another lock to your account

[SOURCE] Help Net Security [AUTHOR: Anamarija Pogorelec] [DATE: 23/02/2026 12:16] [LANGUAGE: EN]
Meta has released WhatsApp Beta for Android 2.26.7.8 through the Google Play Beta Program. The update includes references to password-protected accounts, indicating plans to introduce an additional layer of protection beyond the app’s current authentication options. WhatsApp is exploring the implementation of a feature that will introduce a password (Source: WABetaInfo) The feature will allow users to create an alphanumeric password between six and 20 characters in settings, with at least one letter and one … More → The post WhatsApp is adding another lock to your account appeared first on Help Net Security.
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