News & Reviews:   Passkey

Encrypting WhatsApp backups just got easier this morning after the app was updated to support Passkey. Messages backed up to the cloud can be locked using the Passkey system in the form of a fingerprint scan, face scan or passcode. So, what should you know about it?

Social media platform X started supporting passkey on apps for Android devices yesterday. This function increases account security and simplifies the login process. This kind of feature was first introduced to iOS users in the United States last January and then expanded to the rest of the world in April.

We have good news for Android owners. Starting today, the Passkey feature will be available on WhatsApp for Android devices. That said, what should you know about it?