WhatsApp Chat Lock Tutorial

Introduction

This tutorial explains how to lock and hide chats on WhatsApp, providing step-by-step instructions and tips regarding the chat lock feature.

Setting Up Device Authentication

1. Prerequisite: Set up a device authentication method such as phone passcode, Face ID, or fingerprint.
2. Requirement: WhatsApp will prompt setup if attempting to lock chats without device authentication.

Locking Chats

1. Select Chats: Tap and hold the chats you want to lock until the chat menu appears at the top.
2. Lock Multiple Chats: You can lock multiple chats simultaneously.
3. Activate Lock:
   • Tap the hidden menu icon at the top right.
   • Tap "Lock chats".
   • Tap "Continue", then provide the required device authentication.

Locked Chats Folder

• Visibility: A locked chats folder appears at the top of the chats list.

Options for Locked Chats Folder

1. Leave Visible: Access by tapping the folder and using device authentication.
2. Hide Folder:
   • Open the folder and navigate to Chat-lock settings.
   • Enable "hide-locked-chats".
   • Set and confirm a secret code.

Accessing Hidden Locked Chats

• Tap the search icon and input the secret code to reveal and access the locked chats folder.

Notable Features

• Notifications: Hidden content and contact details. Notifications display as "WhatsApp: 1 new message".
• Device-Specific Lock: Chats are locked per device. Linked devices such as desktops remain unlocked.
• Backup Restoration: Locked chats remain locked when restoring from a backup.
• Group & Muted Chats: Chat lock functionality includes these types.

Unlocking Chats

1. Select Chat: Tap and hold the chat to unlock.
2. Menu: Access the hidden menu icon and tap "Unlock chat".
3. Confirmation: Provide device authentication or secret code.

Conclusion

Following these steps makes locking and hiding chats on WhatsApp simple and effective. Thank you for engaging with this tutorial.

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I hope this guide is helpful! Feel free to revisit these instructions anytime you need assistance with WhatsApp's chat lock feature.