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WhatsApp has announced the \u201cStrict Account Settings\u201d feature to strengthen account security. The announcement comes hours after Elon Musk mocked WhatsApp\u2019s privacy stance on X (formerly Twitter). Referring to the new privacy feature, WhatsApp\u2019s blog post mentions that this feature is designed for high-risk individuals, such as public figures,\u00a0who are vulnerable to spyware or hackers.<\/p>
The Strict Account Settings feature will reportedly go into a \u201cLockdown Mode\u201d and restrict users from accessing attachments and media sent by unknown or non-contact users. To activate this feature, users can visit the app Settings, go to Privacy, and then Advanced. Now, simply enable the Strict Account Settings to protect accounts from cyber threats.\u00a0<\/p>
The blog post also mentioned WhatsApp\u2019s new programming language dubbed \u201cRust\u201d, which is said to protect photos, videos, and messages from spyware. In simpler terms, the new code helps WhatsApp make sure that videos and other media are shared securely and appear the same on all devices, regardless of the platform being used.<\/p>
While Meta strengthens WhatsApp security for users, Elon Musk is frequently questioning its data privacy efforts and encouraging people to use X\u2019s new messaging feature, XChat. Musk in a X post said “WhatsApp is not secure”, and accused the app of misleading users about its end-to-end encryption.<\/p>
As far as Xchat is concerned, its privacy features include end-to-end encryption, a four-digit PIN for accessing the chat interface, disappearing messages, and others. Hence, with advanced chat privacy and features, it directly competes with Meta\u2019s WhatsApp, making it all the more reason for Musk to mock the app.<\/p> <\/div>
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