Tag: WhatsApp privacy

How to benefit from WhatsApp’s self-destructing voice messages?
8Dec By adminNo Comments
Technology

How to benefit from WhatsApp’s self-destructing voice messages?

[ad_1] In today's fast-paced digital communication era, privacy and control over shared content are becoming increasingly important. Many messaging apps are incorporating features to enhance user control, and one such feature gaining popularity is the WhatsApp "View Once" mode for voice messages.According to a report by The Verge, WhatsApp has expanded its "View Once" feature to include voice messages. It will allow users to send audio notes that disappear after being listened to. This update will add an extra layer of privacy for users who want to share sensitive or confidential information without the risk of sharing it to wrong people. Check here to Know how you can benefit from this new feature of WhatsApp: Securing Sensitive Information:One of the primary advantages of self-destruc...
Read More
WhatsApp Privacy Checkup: Know the features and how to use it
16Nov By adminNo Comments
Technology

WhatsApp Privacy Checkup: Know the features and how to use it

[ad_1] WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging platform owned by Meta, has been continually making efforts to not only introduce new and intuitive features but also enhance the privacy of users on its platform. It recently rolled out a new feature called 'Protect IP Address in Calls' to mask users' IP addresses and enhance privacy and security during calls. Adding to the growing list of privacy features on the platform, WhatsApp also has another crucial privacy feature which acts as a one-stop-shop for all your privacy preferences. Know all about it.What is the Privacy Checkup on WhatsApp?According to a Meta blog post, “This step-by-step feature guides you through important privacy settings to help you choose the right level of protection, all in one place. Selecting ‘Start checkup' in ...
Read More
WhatsApp spying on you via Google Pixel 7 Pro? Google reacts, says UPDATE app now
22Jun By adminNo Comments
Technology

WhatsApp spying on you via Google Pixel 7 Pro? Google reacts, says UPDATE app now

[ad_1] A month after the WhatsApp privacy controversy drew global outrage, Google has finally reacted! Last month, WhatsApp had come under the scanner due to a privacy breach controversy highlighted in a tweet. In a social media post, Foad Dabiri, an engineer working at Twitter, shared screenshots alleging that WhatsApp had repeatedly accessed the microphone of his Google Pixel 7 Pro while he was asleep without any such instruction from him. In effect, WhatsApp, or the Google Pixel 7 Pro phone, was spying on him. Several users have echoed similar concerns about WhatsApp's alleged privacy breach. "WhatsApp has been using the microphone in the background, while I was asleep and since I woke up at 6AM (and that's just a part of the timeline!) What's going on?" Foad Dabiri tweeted.While rea...
Read More
In a first for WhatsApp, usernames may replace phone numbers
25May By adminNo Comments
Technology

In a first for WhatsApp, usernames may replace phone numbers

[ad_1] WhatsApp, one of the most popular instant messaging platforms in the world, is actively working on rolling out a significant change. In fact, it is likely to change the very foundation of its relationship with users. It is being reported that, in a first for WhatsApp, it will likely replace phone numbers with usernames. This was revealed by WABetaInfo and the upcoming update will revolutionise the way users identify and connect with each other on the platform. WABetaInfo reported this after it explored the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.11.15 update. A screenshot shared by WABetaInfo reveals that WhatsApp is actively working on implementing a username feature in the Profile section of the app's settings menu.With usernames, users can choose a personalised identifier that i...
Read More
Are your phone microphone and camera tracking you? Check these tips to find out
13May By adminNo Comments
Technology

Are your phone microphone and camera tracking you? Check these tips to find out

[ad_1] A viral tweet by a Twitter engineer claimed that WhatsApp listens through a smartphone's microphone even when the app is not in use, raising privacy concerns. WhatsApp denies these allegations, attributing them to a phone's operating system issue. In recent months, there have been a number of reports of apps using users' microphones and cameras without users' knowledge or consent. This has raised serious privacy concerns, as it means that apps could be listening in on private conversations or recording videos without users being aware of it. To safeguard privacy, users should exercise caution regarding app faults. Here are tips to check if a specific app has access to the microphone or camera and if it is currently using them in the background. For iPhone users:1. Launch the Se...
Read More
Meta says Android bug caused WhatsApp privacy breach
12May By adminNo Comments
Technology

Meta says Android bug caused WhatsApp privacy breach

[ad_1] Days after an alleged WhatsApp privacy breach put the privacy of billions of WhatsApp users around the world at risk, Meta has now issued a statement in response to the issue. The incident that sparked global outrage occurred when a Twitter engineer on WhatsApp revealed that the microphone on his Google Pixel 7 Pro smartphone was live and tracking him. It drew reactions from current Twitter Chief Elon Musk and India's Union Minister of State for Electronics and Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar.Now, a spokesperson for Meta India has come out and responded to the claims that the privacy of WhatsApp users was breached. Google issues statementTwitter Engineer Foad Dabiri shared screenshots on Twitter, claiming that WhatsApp had accessed the microphone on his Pixel 7 Pro several times ...
Read More
‘Unacceptable’ WhatsApp privacy breach controversy: Explained
11May By adminNo Comments
Technology

‘Unacceptable’ WhatsApp privacy breach controversy: Explained

[ad_1] A recent alleged WhatsApp Privacy Breach has caused concerns for billions of users worldwide. It caused billionaire Elon Musk, India's Union Minister of State for Electronics and Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar, and other influential figures to react. Notably, India is WhatsApp's largest market with 487 million users, according to Statista. But this recent privacy breach has put the Mark Zuckerberg-owned company under the spotlight again.The incident that sparked the global furore occurred when a Twitter engineer on the messaging platform revealed that the microphone on his Google Pixel 7 Pro smartphone was live and tracking him. Because of the growing privacy concerns about WhatsApp, know the details of what happened. Foad Dabiri, an engineer working at Twitter recently shared s...
Read More
Govt to examine WhatsApp’s breach of privacy: Minister
10May By adminNo Comments
Technology

Govt to examine WhatsApp’s breach of privacy: Minister

[ad_1] The government will investigate a claim that WhatsApp accessed the microphone of smartphone users while the phone was not in use, Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Wednesday.In a tweet, the minister said the government will examine the alleged breach of privacy even as the new Digital Personal Data Protection Bill was being readied. This followed a claim that WhatsApp accessed a user's microphone while he was sleeping. "WhatsApp has been using the microphone in the background, while I was asleep and since I woke up at 6 AM," Foad Dabiri, an engineering director at Twitter said on Saturday. "What's going on?"Replying to Dabiri's tweet, Chandrasekhar said, "This is an unacceptable breach and violation of privacy.""We will be e...
Read More
WhatsApp released guide to safe and private messaging ahead of Safer Internet Day
7Feb By adminNo Comments
Technology

WhatsApp released guide to safe and private messaging ahead of Safer Internet Day

[ad_1] A day ahead of Safer Internet Day, instant messaging platform WhatsApp is raising awareness by talking about the importance of digital safety, safety tools and product features that empower people to take control of their online life and safeguard personal information.Safer Internet Day 2023 will be observed on February 7 with celebrations and learning based around the theme 'Want to talk about it? Making space for conversations about life online'. On Monday, instant messaging platform WhatsApp, as part of its effort to raise awareness around safety tools and product features, released a guide to safe and private messaging. The guide finds mentions of how to spot scams, and misinformation to safeguard personal information. WhatsApp's user guide hopes to drive conversations aroun...
Read More
WhatsApp to block users from taking screenshot of these chats
5Oct By adminNo Comments
Technology

WhatsApp to block users from taking screenshot of these chats

[ad_1] WhatsApp is working on a new privacy feature that will block users from taking a screenhot of photos and videos shared as “View Once.” WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new privacy feature that will make the media files like photos and videos shared as “View Once” more secure. Whatsapp will restrict users from taking screenshots of the View Once media files. Though the View Once media files can be opened only once, users can take a screenshot of them. But once the new feature is rolled out, it will block users from taking a screenshot of the same. This way, the media file that you have shared with others will become more secure and safe. As per a report in WABetaInfo, the instant-messaging platform has rolled out the feature in WhatsApp update version 2.22.22.3 for Android ...
Read More