WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.4.14: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.4.14.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a chat lock feature for linked devices, and it will be available in a future update!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Chat Lock |
| Status? | Under development |
| Availability? | WhatsApp is working on bringing a chat lock feature for linked devices to a future update of the app. |
| I've installed this update but I don't have this feature. Why? | This feature is under development so it's not ready for beta testers, but it is possible to discover a preview in this article. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.4.13: what’s new? WhatsApp is working on an optional feature to allow small businesses to use the Cloud API! |
CHAT LOCK
We have recently shared an article regarding a chat lock feature for WhatsApp Web, which will add an extra layer of security to your conversations in the future. It appears that WhatsApp is also working on the same tool to provide users with enhanced control over the privacy of their conversations on WhatsApp for Android, extending these capabilities across various platforms. Specifically, thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.4.14 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is also working on bringing the chat lock feature to linked devices!
As shown in the attached screenshot, when a chat is locked on the main device, it will automatically lock on all other linked devices for added privacy in a future update of the app. This synchronization of chat locks across devices ensures consistent protection of selected conversations from prying eyes, regardless of the device being used. It is important to note that a secret code will be needed to open the list of all locked chats from a linked device, ensuring an extra layer of security for their conversations across multiple devices.
In our opinion, the introduction of the chat lock feature on linked devices will be a significant step forward in enhancing user privacy and security. This advancement not only ensures consistent protection across all devices but also simplifies the user experience by synchronizing security measures. By extending this feature to linked devices, WhatsApp will enhance convenience for users who frequently switch between platforms, such as transitioning from their mobile phone to a desktop or tablet. We believe that this unified approach to privacy management reflects WhatsApp's commitment to provide users with a secure messaging experience across various devices.
The chat lock feature for linked devices is under development and it will be available in a future update of the app. We plan to publish a new article when we have further details about this feature to share with you.
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