Blocking chats, how to use the new WhatsApp update?

MEXICO CITY.- WhatsAppthe instant messaging application, is preparing updates for take care of user privacy. This is synchronized chat blocking, an update with which you can keep your chats safer and away from prying eyes.

The new function will be very useful, especially in multi-device mode, which allows you to use WhatsApp on a smartphone, tablet and computer at the same time.

According to WABetaInfo, a source of WhatsApp updates, The messaging app is working on adding a synchronized chat blocking feature.

In this you can protect your conversation through a secret code using a PIN or a password, which promises to be a great help for user privacy.

Since November of last year You could already block conversations with a code. with your fingerprint or facial recognition. However, the chat was not blocked on all devices that were linked to your account.

Now, WhatsApp will be able to guarantee your privacy regardless of the device you use. Which improves comfort and simplifies the process.

How to lock a WhatsApp chat with a password or fingerprint?

Protecting your privacy is very important and easy to achieve; you just need to follow these steps:

The first step is update the WhatsApp app and enter the application.

Enter a group or individual chat that you want to block. Then click on “Block chats”. Select the locking method you prefer to use (password, fingerprint or facial recognition).

For the moment, it will still tell you that the chat will not be blocked on other devices that you have linked to your account, only on your cell phone. Next, you must enter a password, use your fingerprint or bring your face closer to the camera (depending on the blocking method you have chosen). Click on “View” so that WhatsApp show you the chat that you have blocked.

When will synchronized chat blocking be available?

Synchronized chat blocking is not yet available worldwide as it is in the development phase and for Beta testers. However, now that you know about blocking chats, are you ready to keep your conversations more secure?