WhatsApp is not just a messaging service, but also a security-rich solution. It provides users with multiple features, including text messaging, voice calls, video calls, document sharing, and end-to-end encryption to protect users’ data and privacy. In addition, the app offers additional security features, such as disappearing messages and two-factor authentication, to help you stay safe online. Plus, its blocked contacts feature lets you block any unwanted contact in no time!
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However, anyone with your phone number can message you or add you to a group on WhatsApp. Additionally, the default privacy settings for groups are set to Everyone by default.
For a greater sense of privacy, WhatsApp has provided an option that allows users to decide who can add them to groups. This setting cannot be modified on either the Desktop or Web versions - however, any changes made from your phone will automatically sync to both the Desktop and Web versions.
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To change group privacy settings on your Android phone, follow these steps
- Open the WhatsApp app on your phone.
- Click on the three vertical dots.
- Select Privacy
- Below that, select Groups.
To change group privacy settings on your iOS, follow these steps:
- Launch WhatsApp on your iPhone
- Now, tap Settings
- Select Privacy
- Below that, select Groups.
With WhatsApp's flexible features, users can choose between three different settings – Everyone, My Contacts, and My Contacts Except.
Information source: gadgetsnow.com
