• WhatsApp soon to introduce double-verification feature: Check why it is important

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    WhatsApp soon to introduce double-verification feature: Check why it is important

    The platform is said to be working on a feature called "double verification," which is self-explanatory. Here's why we believe this is a crucial feature.

    Digital
    Desk: WhatsApp is reportedly planning to introduce another new feature to
    improve the experience of its users. The messaging platform is working on a
    feature that will help users offer double security.



    It is
    said to be working on a feature called "double verification," which
    is self-explanatory. Here's why we believe this is a crucial feature.



    A screenshot
    of the feature has been posted by WaBetaInfo. It shows that if a person
    attempts to connect to their WhatsApp account from a different smartphone, they
    will be subjected to a double verification process.



    WhatsApp
    will ask you to provide a second security code, which it will transmit by SMS
    to the account's owner. Users currently only have to enter a single 6-digit
    verification code that they receive on their registered phone number. Users
    will be aware that their account is being accessed on a mobile phone thanks to
    the double verification feature.



    Because
    some users have lost their accounts in the past, the addition of double
    verification will be a crucial feature. Some WhatsApp users may have been duped
    into providing the verification code, according to reports. If a hacker tries
    to access your WhatsApp account, they will now need a second 6-digit code. The
    second code will simply be sent to the account owner, along with a notification
    that someone is attempting to access your account. You'll be able to tell
    whether someone is attempting to hack your account or trick you in this way.



    According
    to WaBetaInfo, the double verification function is currently under development
    and should be provided to beta testers shortly if WhatsApp decides to move
    forward with it. On iOS, the feature has been discovered.



    As a
    result, it's possible that the company may first test it for the Android
    version before releasing it to beta testers.