WhatsApp Update: Two-step verification could be a big change! Can ‘Ha’ option be available instead of PIN, will it affect users?

• WhatsApp is testing to replace the 6-digit PIN in two-step verification with an account password.
• The new password will contain letters and numbers, so account security can be strengthened.
• This feature is currently in the testing phase and is likely to be available as an option only for users using two-step verification.

WhatsApp Security Update: The messaging platform already offers a two-step verification feature to increase the security of the WhatsApp account. This adds another layer of security to users’ accounts. But now the discussion that the company will upgrade this feature has started everywhere. The company is expected to introduce a dedicated account password in place of the numeric PIN soon. It is being said that this can make the WhatsApp account more secure. The company’s new feature is likely to be optional, just like the existing two-step verification settings.

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Two-step verification can be upgraded

According to a report shared by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is working on a new security feature that will allow users to replace the current two-step verification PIN with a password. Currently, a 6-digit numeric PIN has to be set for WhatsApp’s two-step verification. It is said that if this feature is upgraded, users will have to set a password that will include letters and numbers. This can further strengthen security. This feature will be beneficial for users who transact or share sensitive information on WhatsApp. (Photo Courtesy: Pinterest)

‘These’ users will not be affected

In fact, two-step verification is an optional feature for WhatsApp users. Due to this, users who are not using WhatsApp’s two-step verification feature will not be affected by this change. It is said that this upcoming feature is currently in the testing phase and has not been made available to beta users yet. Before the launch, the company may take a big decision on this feature and make some changes to it.

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Manage like two-step verification feature

Users can manage two-step verification settings in their WhatsApp account. The app also gives you the option to turn this feature on, off and change the PIN.

• Go to WhatsApp settings or tap on profile photo.
• Now select Account option.
• Now click on the two-step verification option.
• Here you will see both On and Off options. You can choose the option according to your convenience.
• Users will also be able to update the email address associated with the two-step verification.