WhatsApp Developing New Privacy Feature Requiring Secret Code to Unlock Chats on Linked Devices
• WhatsApp is working on enhancing Chat Lock for linked devices to improve privacy • A new "secret code" will be required to unlock chats on linked devices • This prevents alternate credentials like biometrics from unlocking chats on companion devices • The new Chat Lock feature for linked devices is still under development • WhatsApp has recently added improved bottom navigation, voice transcription, and pinned chats