How would you like enable fingerprint lock on your WhatsApp, so that the next time when that your ‘crazy’ friend or family member who’s fund of spooking into people’s chats and conversations tries to look into your WhatsApp, they’d get disappointed with a fingerprint lock (which only you can unlock)?
If you think this is a great idea, then you’d definitely love this new update on WhatsApp.
Over the months WhatsApp has been rolling out a couple of new update for both Android and iOS users. Part of the new update allows you set up a fingerprint lock to WhatsApp. Although, this feature first appeared in the beta version of WhatsApp for Android back in August, it has been available to iPhone users since February this year.
This update simply means two things; with the fingerprint lock enabled on your WhatsApp, you can’t access WhatsApp chats unless you unlock the app via a fingerprint saved on your Android phone and “No more prying eyes on your personal chats”.
Of course, to use this new feature, you need the latest version of WhatsApp and a smartphone with a fingerprint sensor/scanner.
In this Article, I’ll show you how to add a fingerprint to WhatsApp on Android. This way, you get to top-up your WhatsApp security just a little bit
How To Unlock and Lock WhatsApp with Fingerprint on Android
Like I already meantioned, to setup fingerprint lock on your WhatsApp you’ll need the latest version of WhatsApp installed on your smartphone. If you’re not sure of the WhatsApp version you’re using, then open up Google Play Store and check if there’s update available for your WhatsApp. If there is, then update your WhatsApp. But if there isn’t then great! You’re on the latest version.
Now, that you’re certain you have the latest version of WhatsApp, follow these steps on how to enable and disable fingerprint lock on WhatsApp
How To Enable Fingerprint Lock on WhatsApp
- Open WhatsApp on your Android phone and tap on the three (3) vertical dots (popularly know as More options)
- Next tap on Settings > Account > Privacy
- Scroll down and tap Fingerprint Lock
- Toggle on the Fingerprint Lock
- Finally, WhatsApp will ask you to toch the fingerprint sensor to confirm your fingerprint.
Also, you can set the duration after which you will have to unlock WhatsApp with your fingerprint.. The options available are; Immediately, After a minute or After 30 minutes.
In addition, you can choose whether you want to show the message content and snder in the notifications or not.
How To Disable Fingerprint Lock on WhatsApp
For any reason, if you wish to disable the fingerprint lock on your WhatsApp, then follow these steps on to to disable fingerprint lock on WhatsApp for Android
- Open WhatsApp on your Android phone and tap on the three (3) vertical dots (popularly know as More options)
- Next tap on Settings > Account > Privacy
- Scroll down and tap Fingerprint Lock
- Toggle off the Fingerprint Lock
Great job! You have now turned off fingerprint lock on WhatsApp
Some WhatsApp Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I still answer calls if the app is locked?
Answer: Yes you can.
This is basically how to enable and disable WhatsApp fingerprint lock on your Android smartphone. Depending on the automatic lock duration you have set, whenever you open WhatsApp, you’ll need to use your fingerprint to unlock the App. If you have any question, kindly drop them in the comments and I’ll reply in a jiffy. Don’t forget to check our How To section for more tutorials and guides.
