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WhatsApp account can be hacked due to a small mistake, with these 5 ways you will always be safe
ZEE NEWS | August 22, 2024 10:24 AM CST

Protect WhatsApp Account From Hacking: WhatsApp has become an integral part of everyone's life nowadays. Our personal details, important documents and sometimes even personal chats are on this app. In such a situation, it is very important that we keep our WhatsApp account safe. Because if hackers hack your account, they will get access to your personal details. We tell you 5 ways using which you can keep your WhatsApp account safe. 
 

This is one of WhatsApp's strongest security features. Activating it will require entering an additional 6-digit PIN in addition to your phone number. This PIN will be sent to your phone or to the email address you choose. To activate it, go to Settings, then Account and then set the PIN by clicking on Two-Step Verification. 

 

 

Do not reply to messages from unknown numbers


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Do not reply to messages from unknown numbers

Often hackers try to steal your information by sending messages from unknown numbers. Such messages often contain links or ask you to download something. Clicking on these links can cause malware to enter your phone or your account can be hacked. 

 

Be careful when using public Wi-Fi


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Be careful when using public Wi-Fi

Hackers can also hack your phone through public Wi-Fi. Hackers can easily steal your data on public Wi-Fi networks. Therefore, avoid using public Wi-Fi to send or receive important information. 

 

 

Update your phone regularly


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Update your phone regularly

It is very important to update your phone's software and WhatsApp app regularly. Updates often contain security improvements that help protect your phone from hackers. So keep your phone's software and WhatsApp updated. 

 

 

Create strong passwords


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Create strong passwords

Choose a strong password for your WhatsApp account. Many times people create a simple password to remember it easily. The password should have at least 8 characters and should be a mix of letters, numbers and special characters. 


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