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WhatsApp tightens account security with stronger two-step verification and more
WhatsApp’s two-step verification previously relied on a six-digit PIN, but now users can choose a longer, alphanumeric password with special characters.
WhatsApp announced Tuesday that it’s launching new security features and updates to help users keep their accounts secure, including stronger two-step verification and the ability to add more than one passkey to your account. The Meta-owned app is also adding context to calls…
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