source http://www.phonereporters.com/2017/02/whatsapp-latest-update-brings-two-step-verification-android-ios-windows-users/

Cross platform messaging app – whatsapp has today announced an update which bring a secured two-step verification to its users on Android , ios and Windows plaform.

The Two-step verification though an optional feature when activated will add extra layer of security to your account. When you have two-step verification enabled, any attempt to verify your phone number on WhatsApp must be accompanied by the six-digit passcode that you created using this feature.

Enabling the whatsapp two-step verification, is as simple as going to your app Settings > Account > Two-step verification > Enable.

The feature will require you to optionally add your email address where upon request you will receive a link to disable two-step verification in case you ever forget your six-digit passcode, and also to help safeguard your account.

It is important to note that whatsapp wont receive a link on your email to verify the email , so you are enjoined to ensure its accuracy to avoid locking you out of your whatsapp account in the event you forget your recovery code .

Important: If you receive an email to disable two-step verification, but did not request this, do not click on the link. Someone could be attempting to verify your phone number on WhatsApp.


source http://www.phonereporters.com/2017/02/whatsapp-latest-update-brings-two-step-verification-android-ios-windows-users/

activated mine already

Nice one by whatsapp. They upgrade their services often, when will nairaland take a clue from them. Cos this site has been the same since God knows when, no changes

Nice move

Cool security move. They're leaning towards being like Apple. Security conscious

chai leave NL alone jaree , the udate is automatic and unticed

masterP042:
Nice one by whatsapp. They upgrade their services often, when will nairaland take a clue from them. Cos this site has been the same since God knows when, no changes