If you are one of those who install WhatsApp as soon as you receive your iPhone, you have surely gone through the process of having to log in again. First the phone, then a text message and finally two-factor verification. For do it safer and fasterApple launched a new feature with iOS 16 called Passkeys.
This is your file Face ID or Touch ID is enough to log in in a performance. This way it is impossible for your password to be stolen, since your face would be the password.
Passkeys feature was included in the latest WhatsApp update
Just like he did WhatsApp Statement officially, Access keys are now available for iPhone users. Specifically is launched gradually, with an approximate activation of one million devices per day. With this rhythm, In a few weeks, All WhatsApp for iPhone users will be able to use this feature.
Verification by passkey or passkey will make it easier and safer to reconnect to WhatsApp, without having to enter an SMS codeand of course, avoiding identity theft which is the order of the day.
How to activate WhatsApp passkeys on your iPhone
To take advantage of this new feature, you will first need to verify that your iPhone is updated, at least, to iOS 16. Then WhatsApp is also updated to the latest version. To do it, it’s very simple, go to App Store and search for WhatsApp. If the word “open” appears, you have already updated it. Then, all you need to do is:
- I am a WhatsApp
- Setting
- account
- Access keys
Once activated, you will be able to reconnect using the access keys without having to use a one-time password via SMS. This verification will make the WhatsApp experience safer and prevent scams. Do you already have this feature available? If you don’t see it yet, WhatsApp will surely post it to your account in the coming days.
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