How to setup fingerprint lock on WhatsApp?

While WhatsApp on iOS got the app lock feature a while ago, the company rolled out the much-awaited update for Android quite recently. With the new app lock feature, the users will not need to install third-part apps, which are usually unreliable. Users can now use fingerprint authentication or FaceID to unlock the application. Here's how it works.

How to setup WhatsApp app lock on Android?

• Update the application by heading over to the Google Play Store
• Once the app is updated, open WhatsApp and head over to the in-app Settings
• Now head over to Account>Privacy>Fingerprint lock
• Here toggle the Unlock with Fingerprint option and authenticate with your registered fingerprint.
• Once done, you can now exit the app and try unlocking it using your fingerprint.
• The app also gives some extra options like Automatically lock timer and Show notification options.

How to setup WhatsApp app lock on iOS?

• First make sure WhatsApp is updated by heading over to the updates section in the Apple App Store
• Once the app is updated, fire up WhatsApp and tap on Settings menu
• Now, head over to Account>Privacy>Screen Lock
• Here, you can toggle "Require Face ID" or "Require Touch ID" option depending on the model of your iPhone
• The user can also select when the app should automatically lock

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While Android users had the privilege of using third party app lock services, iOS users were forced to JailBreak if they wanted such feature. With the help of the in-built App Lock feature, WhatsApp has not only eliminated the need to third party applications but has also made it more secure and reliable.