Whatsapp Encryption

US investigates claims Meta could access private WhatsApp messages

Meta has previously been accused of running afoul of rules meant to protect user privacy, including several data and privacy mishaps that ultimately led to a record $5 bn fine by the US FTC in 2019

WhatsApp introduces 'Strict Account Settings' security feature: What is it

Following Apple and Google footsteps, Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has introduces a lockdown-style security option to add extra layer of protection beyond what it offers as default

Musk asks users to switch to X Chat amid WhatsApp privacy breach claims

Meta Platforms has been sued by an international group of plaintiffs over claims related to WhatsApp's privacy and data security

Meta hit with international lawsuit over alleged WhatsApp privacy breaches

Plaintiffs allege Meta and WhatsApp can access users' private chats, accusing the company of misleading billions worldwide about WhatsApp's privacy and security claim

WhatsApp reportedly adds passkey option to restore encrypted cloud backups

WhatsApp is reportedly simplifying encrypted chat backup recovery with passkey support, letting users unlock backups using fingerprint, face ID, or device PIN

Soon, WhatsApp will let users set reminders to revisit messages: What's new

WhatsApp's new beta update for Android lets users set custom message reminders to keep track of important chats and group conversations

WhatsApp Windows app may soon appear more like web version: What changes

Reportedly, WhatsApp on Windows is moving away from the native app foundation in favour of a web-based version, likely to streamline development process

WhatsApp rolls out AI-generated message summaries: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp now offers AI-generated summaries for unread chats using Private Processing, letting users quickly catch up while ensuring messages remain encrypted and no data leaves the device

WhatsApp: Banned in China, Meta's messaging app now working for some users

Users of the Meta Platforms Inc. service in Beijing and Shanghai, who normally employ workarounds like a virtual private network to get on the service, are using it normally

Why is WhatsApp threatening to leave India? Everything you need to know

WhatsApp is currently contesting the IT Rules case in India, wherein it faces the prospect of being compelled to compromise chat encryption to aid the government in message tracing

Will cease to exist in India if made to break encryption: WhatsApp tells HC

WhatsApp said that people use its platform because end-to-end messages are encrypted, ensuring privacy

WhatsApp for iOS now supports passkeys: What it is, how to set up, and more

passkeys allows users to authenticate using biometrics such as fingerprints or facial scans, instead of a conventional password

WhatsApp: Here is how Meta plans chat encryption with third-party services

Meta in a press note stated that the third-party providers will have to sign an agreement with Messenger and WhatsApp and demonstrate similar security standards to enable interoperability

WhatsApp plans separate inbox for third-party chats to comply with EU's DMA

In an interview with Wired, WhatsApp said that users will get the option to choose if they want other to contact them using other platforms

WhatsApp banned over 7 million accounts in November over policy violation

WhatsApp in a statement said it had received eight orders from India's GAC and all orders were complied with. GAC was formed in February last year to address concerns related to social media platforms

WhatsApp tests Apple SharePlay-like music sharing in video calls: Report

A similar feature is available on Apple iPhones with SharePlay, which allows users to listen to tracks from Apple Music, watch a movie or TV show from a compatible app, and share screen over FaceTime

WhatsApp rolls-out new Privacy Checkup feature for Android and iOS: Details

'This step-by-step feature guides you through important privacy settings to help you choose the right level of protection, all in one place,' said Meta in a Blog post

Passkey: What it is, how-to setup password-less authentication using phones

Instead of using an alphanumeric password or two-step verification via SMS, Passkeys allow users to authenticate signing in requests by using biometrics such as fingerprints and facial scans

Meta's WhatsApp tests cross platform messaging in Android beta: Details

Meta owned messaging platform whatsapp is working to meet new European Union regulations. Users even without a whatsapp account will now be able to connect to users on whatsapp

WhatsApp unveils HD photo sharing feature: Clearer, more enhanced images

HD Whatsapp photo sharing will be available across all devices, including Android, iOS and even Whatsapp Web, in the coming weeks