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How to use app lock
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As an additional security measure, you can use app lock on WhatsApp. When turned on, you must use Touch ID or Face ID to unlock WhatsApp. You can still reply to messages from notifications and answer calls if WhatsApp is locked.
In order to use app lock for WhatsApp, you must first set it up in iPhone Settings.
Turn Touch ID or Face ID on
- Open WhatsApp Settings.
- Tap Privacy > App Lock.
- Turn on Require Touch ID or Require Face ID.
Turn Touch ID or Face ID off
- Open WhatsApp Settings.
- Tap Privacy > App Lock.
- Turn off Require Touch ID or Require Face ID.
Note: If Touch ID or Face ID doesn't unlock WhatsApp, you can enter your iPhone passcode.
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