Android

Let's see how you can set a password in WhatsApp on Android phone. Actually, nothing is difficult, and fortunately, the system has a built-in function. You can also use third-party applications - I will talk about them at the very end of this chapter.

Method 1: Built-in feature in WhatsApp

More recently, the developers have finally added a feature that allows you to set the ability to block the messenger. Now you do not need to download any third-party programs or suffer with phone settings, everything is done in the program itself.

1. Open the WhatsApp application.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner.
3. Go to Settings.

4. Go to the main section "Account". nine0008
5. Next, click on the "Privacy" item.

6. Scroll to the very bottom and find the item "Fingerprint Lock" - the item may be called differently, but the principle itself will be clear. Next, you need to enable this feature.

7. Fingerprint or PIN data will be taken from the phone system - you only need to confirm it.
8. After confirming below, set "Immediate" block when opening the application. nine0008

9. Now try closing and reopening the messenger.

Method 2: Andoid system features

1. Open the basic settings on your phone.
2. Next, go to the Applications section.

3. Find the "Application Protection" function - if you can't find it here, then try looking for it in another section - "Passwords and Security". The function in different firmware can be located in different places. You can try to find it through the search - at the very top of the "Settings" click on the search bar and enter the name. nine0008
4. Once you get there, turn on the function.

5. On Xiaomi you may be asked to link your account - do this so that in any case you can reset the password by mail through your account. In fact, this way you can put protection on any installed application on your smartphone. In our case, we need to set a password for WhatsApp - select this program from the list.

6. You will be asked to come up with a pattern - it is only needed to access this feature. To unlock, you will use a fingerprint, PIN or password that you have in the system for authentication. nine0008
7. Place your finger to have the system verify your identity.
8. At the end you will be taken to the program settings. Below you can enable protection for other applications - just move the slider to the right.

9. Now close this window and try to open WhatsApp - you will be immediately asked to log in.

This function is available on almost all Android smartphones (ASUS, Huawei, Honor, OnePlus, Xiaomi) and is immediately integrated into the system. In addition to the built-in function, you can also use third-party applications - AppLock, CM Locker, Locker for Whats Chat App. They can be freely downloaded from the Google Play Market. But to be honest, they all work crookedly and with errors. That's why I didn't list them. nine0003

iOS (iPhone, iPad)

In this chapter, we will see how to set a WhatsApp password on iPhone or iPad. The WhatsApp app for Apple products has a built-in feature that allows you to set up Touch or Face ID to unlock the app.

1. First we need to go to "Settings".
2. Go to the "Touch ID, Face ID and passcode" section.

3. Make sure this feature is enabled, because that's what we'll be using to log into the app. nine0008

4. Now open the program and go to "Settings" by clicking on the gear icon in the lower right corner of the screen.

5. Find the "Accounts" section below and go to it.
6. Next, we find the "Privacy" setting - it will be at the very bottom.

7. A little lower, tap on the inscription "Lock screen" and turn on the Touch or Face ID function.

8. In order for the password prompt to be displayed when opening the application, you need to set the configuration below - “Immediately”.

9. Now go back or close the program.
10. Now try opening WhatsApp again - you will see an authentication prompt.

If you are especially worried about your correspondence, you can enable two-step authentication:

1. In the same place in the messenger settings, go to the “Account” section and find the “Security” section there. nine0008

2. This feature will additionally require a PIN each time the program is opened. We turn on the function, come up with a 6-digit PIN code and enter it twice for confirmation.

3. At the end you will need to enter a backup box - you need it to restore access to your WhatsApp. Be sure to enter it. At the end, click "Finish".

There are other third party programs as well, but I don't see the point in using them given that the app has a handy built-in feature. nine0003

For a PC with Windows

I want to disappoint you, but putting a password on WhatsApp on a computer with Windows (or any other system) will not work for you, since the developers have not yet added this feature. Perhaps they will add it soon, as they did with the Android version. I can only advise you two options.

First, you can permanently log out of your account and log in again. How to do this is detailed here. nine0003

The second option - you can use the Windows account lock and authorization window. You just need to constantly log out of your account, and then re-authorize in it using a PIN code. Below we read the instructions:

• How to set a password for Windows 10.
• How to set a password for Windows 11.

That's all, dear readers. If something was not clear to you, there were additional difficulties or questions - write in the comments. Until we meet again on the WiFiGiD.RU portal. nine0003

How to set a password on WhatsApp on Android or IPhone

Content

• 1 Why do you need a password for a messenger
• 2 Requirements for a vatsap password
• 3 How to put a password on WhatsApp at the iPhone
  9000 3. 1 Folder Lock 9000 3.2 APPLOCK How to set a WhatsApp password on Android0008

  WhatsApp messenger does not have a password protection feature. The developers felt that it was not needed. At the same time, many are often interested in how to put a password on WhatsApp.

  It is possible to password protect the messenger using third-party applications.

  Why do you need a password for the messenger

  It is necessary to prevent strangers from performing actions in WhatsApp or to protect information saved by the user.

  it is impossible to set a password in the messenger, friends or relatives who know the pattern of the phone can enter the application. These people will be able to enter the chats of the owner of the gadget. nine0003

  Children may inadvertently change WhatsApp settings while playing with their parents' smartphone. Also, careless users are threatened with hacking using spyware. This will lead to the loss of control over your data stored in WhatsApp.

  To avoid this, a PIN code must be set. This cannot be done in the messenger, so it is better to use third-party applications. Taking such a measure will protect not only the data in WhatsApp, but also the information stored in the phone’s memory. nine0003

  Password requirements for WhatsApp

  Requirements for character combinations for protecting digital data were formulated by Bill Burr, an employee of the NIST Institute (USA). He is not a cybersecurity specialist, but leading corporations, banks and network services have begun to adhere to his rules.

  Individuals should also adhere to these password requirements to secure their data:

  • the presence of 4 characters in the code;
  • at least 1 of the characters must be a digit; nine0008
  • presence of characters other than letters or numbers;
  • Use upper and lower case letters in the password.

  How to set a password for WhatsApp on iPhone

  The developers of the iOS operating system did not provide for the possibility of password-protecting the messenger on iPhone. You can install protection on WhatsApp only through third-party applications.

  The popular iAppLock utility is available for free download. Difficulties in using the program should not arise due to its simple interface and a small number of functions performed. There is 1 system requirement - iOS version 7.0 and newer. nine0003

  To set passwords with this app, you need to install it and add it to your WhatsApp list. Then, by clicking on the name of the messenger, you should write 4 characters that will open access to the data. In the future, the system will request this combination each time you try to open the selected service.

  Information protection is provided by special applications, for example, iAppLock.

  This method is not the only one. You can protect your data with other utilities created using new technologies. Folder lock and Applock are popular applications that have already won the trust of users from all over the world. nine0003

  Folder lock

  Folder Lock does not protect the entire service, but only individual folders (videos, music, contacts, etc. ). It can also help you set or change your WhatsApp password and transfer files to your computer.

  This utility is compatible with iPod touch, iPad and iPhone.

  System requirements for the service to work:

  • iOS 7.0 or later;
  • 38 MB free in device memory.

  Applock

  Many people use AppLock as a lock to protect their personal data.

  The program is easy to install and has a simple interface.

  It can perform the following functions:

  • start blocking at the selected location using the GPS module;
  • set a security combination of characters to launch applications, read mail, send SMS, view contact list;
  • prohibit the correction or deletion of the service;
  • prohibit outgoing calls and sending messages in social networks and instant messengers. nine0008

  How to set a WhatsApp password on Android

  A smartphone on Android can also be password-protected by following the instructions:

  • launch the Play Market and enter Chat Lock or WhatsApp Lock in the window that opens;
  • select an application from the list and press the "Install" button;
  • start application;
  • Enter the password for the selected data category in the window that opens and confirm it.

  To access the chat in the future, you will need to enter the saved combination of characters. nine0003

  In this way, you can set a password using special utilities for any application. The most popular of them are Lock for WhatsApp, Smart AppLock, Whats Messenger.

  Lock for WhatsApp

  This service allows you to use a combination of 4-8 numbers to protect.

  The simple interface and ease of use make Lock for WhatsApp stand out from a number of similar applications.

  This program allows you to make sure that no one can use the phone without the knowledge of its owner. nine0003

  Smart AppLock

  Smart AppLock is freely available.

  With this utility, you can block access not only to individual folders and block your page, but also the entire smartphone by setting a combination of characters or a pattern.

  It is possible to hide the blocking fact: when you try to open the specified service, the system will display an error message. The utility can allow you to film someone who tried to get into the phone.

  A popular utility blocks not only the messenger, but the entire smartphone. nine0002 This application also has additional features:
  • screen decoration;
  • providing access at a given time and place;
  • remote blocking via SMS.

  To restore a forgotten combination of numbers, just use the "Forgot Password" button.

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