WhatsApp Quietly Launched Two-Step Verification

The Facebook-owned messaging app began testing the security feature last November

WhatsApp began beta-testing two-step verification last November, and the Facebook-owned messaging application has quietly made the security feature available to all users.

Two-step verification enables WhatsApp users to create six-digit passcodes to verify their phone numbers on WhatsApp, and users can also opt to use recovery email addresses.

WhatsApp provided instructions on how to enable two-step verification on a frequently asked questions page:

To enable two-step verification, open WhatsApp, Settings, Account, Two-step verification, Enable.

Upon enabling this feature, you can also optionally enter your email address.

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