WhatsApp working on a new PIN lock feature

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The new feature aims to add extra layer of security

You might soon protect your WhatsApp username with a PIN lock.

According to WABetaInfo, the company is planning to add PIN lock for its username feature.

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WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.18.2. has a PIN support for creating usernames.

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A few days earlier the company was working on creating a ‘username’ feature to keep your identity hidden. Just like Discord, this feature allows you to hide your real name and go by a ‘pen-name

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Furthermore, the feature tracker explained that you can also choose who can see your username or numbers on WhatsApp

Interestingly, even if someone has your username they will also need the PIN.

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However, WhatsApp is yet to announce the exact date for publicly rolling out the feature

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WhatsApp is still at a developing stage for the upcoming feature

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