Everything You Need to Know About Web’s WhatsApp Privacy Settings

WhatsApp Web offers a convenient way to manage your messages from a computer, but it's important to understand the privacy settings to ensure your conversations remain secure. While WhatsApp Web syncs with the app on your phone, the privacy features on the mobile app apply to your web sessions as well. Here's everything you need to know about WhatsApp Web's privacy settings:

1. End-to-End Encryption

WhatsApp Web uses end-to-end encryption , meaning that only you and the recipient can read the messages sent between you. Even WhatsApp itself cannot access your chats. This encryption ensures that all communications on WhatsApp Web remain private, as long as your phone is also protected by a secure password or biometric lock.

2. Linked Devices

Every time you log into WhatsApp Web, your phone needs to scan a QR code to establish a connection. To manage your linked devices:

• On your phone, go to Settings > Linked Devices to see all devices connected to your WhatsApp account.
• You can log out of any session remotely from this menu, which is crucial if you're using public or shared computers.
  
  

3. Two-Step Verification

For added security, you can enable two-step verification on your phone. This feature requires an additional PIN when registering your phone number with WhatsApp, making it harder for unauthorized users to access your account. Even if someone tries to use WhatsApp Web with your number, they'll need this PIN.

4. Notifications and Privacy

WhatsApp Web mirrors the notification settings from your phone. If your phone is set to display incoming messages on the screen or provide previews, the same settings will apply to WhatsApp Web. To maintain privacy, it's wise to adjust notification settings on your phone to limit what appears on the screen when messages arrive.

5. Logging Out for Security

Once you're done with Web whatsapp, ensure you log out to prevent unauthorized access. You can log out directly from the web interface by clicking the three dots in the top-left corner and selecting Log Out , or remotely through the Linked Devices section on your phone.

6. Session Timeout

WhatsApp Web sessions will automatically log out if you haven't been active for a while. This automatic timeout adds an extra layer of security to prevent unauthorized access if you leave your computer unattended.