WhatsApp is the world’s most used instant communication platform with a total of 2 billion users. That’s why hackers are trying to defraud many people and seize their information through the application. Cyber security experts stated that many users do not make enough security settings on WhatsApp.
Security experts explained that if users make some settings, they can keep hackers away and ensure their security. So what settings do I need to make to ensure security on WhatsApp? Let’s take a look at the details of the news together.
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The most important security setting is two-step verification!
According to the statement made by Tom Davidson, Expert of the cyber security company Lookout, the most important setting to be enabled for security in WhatsApp is two-step verification. WhatsApp two-step verification sends its users a reset link via email and ensures to keep the account safe.
To enable two-step verification, simply follow these steps:
- WhatsApp Settings
- Account
- Two-Step Verification
- Activate
Cybersecurity expert Tom Davidson said in a statement on the subject:
“Two-step verification is the first line of defense against someone trying to access your messages by configuring your number on another device. It provides extra protection in case someone manages to get hold of your username and password.”
According to Tom Davidson’s statement, it is also very important that the information from the WhatsApp Privacy Settings section is not public. Turning off WhatsApp read receipts and enabling in-app Screen Lock are also among the things to do for privacy and security.
The fact that user information is only available to individuals is also among the issues to be considered. Because old numbers that are no longer used are bought by someone else after a certain period of time. Therefore, it is useful to review the people in the guide frequently.
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