To raise awareness, WhatsApp introduces Security Center to its users, highlighting security measures it has in place and the resources available. It also brings some redesign to iOS and Android.
WhatsApp launches the new Security Center on its website to increase security awareness for users on its platform. WhatsApp has Android, iOS, Windows, and web apps for regular and business users.
It highlights some key security features offered in its app:
Default Privacy
No one can search for your phone number or read your personal messages.
Automatic
spam detection
We catch and remove most spam and scam accounts before they can even reach you or before anyone reports them.
Proactive security alerts
We prompt you to verify your identity if we detect any suspicious or unauthorized attempts to take over your account.
WhatsApp also urges users to be more proactive about their online security and be aware of steps that they can take to secure themselves against scams, frauds, and security breaches.
