Use Disappearing Messages: Enable the 'Disappearing Messages' feature to automatically delete chats after a set period, keeping your conversations private.
Lock Sensitive Chats: Keep sensitive chats locked to prevent unauthorized access and protect private conversations from prying eyes.
Enable End-to-End Encryption: Ensure end-to-end encryption is turned on for all chats to protect your messages from being accessed by anyone, including WhatsApp itself.
Silence Unknown Callers: Use the 'Silence Unknown Callers' feature to avoid spam and scam calls, adding an extra layer of security to your communication.
Use Call Relay: Opt for 'Call Relay' to hide your IP address during calls, protecting your location and identity from potential threats.
Encrypt Cloud Backups: Encrypt your chat backups stored on the cloud to prevent unauthorized access by tech giants like Google and Apple.
Regularly Update Your App: Keep WhatsApp updated to benefit from the latest security patches and features designed to enhance your privacy.
Beware of Phishing Scams: Be cautious of phishing scams that may try to steal your personal information through deceptive messages or links.
Review App Permissions: Regularly check and manage app permissions to ensure WhatsApp has access only to the features it needs.
Log Out of Shared Devices: Always log out of WhatsApp on shared or public devices to prevent others from accessing your messages.