WhatsApp already allows the blocking of chats through face id and touch id

A couple of weeks ago it was commented that WhatsApp was going to allow users to block chats using the fingerprint reader. Finally this function in the messaging app is coming. At least for users on iOS, who already have access to it. In this way, they will be able to use both Face ID and Touch ID in their case, to block chats.

WhatsApp already allows the blocking of chats through Face ID and Touch ID

Without a doubt, it is an important function that allows better security and privacy for users with the messaging app.

New feature in WhatsApp

To do this, within the WhatsApp settings, in the privacy section, this possibility is already introduced. Users will be able to determine the method they want to use to be able to block their chats in the application. It offers the possibility of using both the fingerprint sensor and the facial recognition unlock. Considering that the latest models in iOS give both options, it will be the user who decides.

The feature is expected to launch on Android soon. In his case it is known that the fingerprint sensor can be used, although nothing has been said about using the face unlock. Although it is expected that its operation is the same as in iOS.

WhatsApp has a year with many changes ahead. The messaging application works on a multitude of changes, which are expected to arrive in the coming months. This is just the first big change to come in 2019.

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