The main advantage of WhatsApp Web is that we can have a counts on up to 4 devices. Whether we go to school and log in, access it from our work computer, or use it on a laptop while traveling.
All we have to do is link the account with the help of the cell phone. The big problem is that sometimes we forget to log out and we are exposed to someone outside spying on us or misusing private information. Here we tell you what to do in case any a stranger try log in with your account Whatsapp Web.
How to know if there is an open WhatsApp Web session?
Let us remember that WhatsApp Web keeps the session active for 14 days, It subsequently closes automatically. This is a security measure that Meta has implemented to control accounts from wherever the owners are.
According to the app’s Help Center, there are two options verify who enters, the address and time of access. Although you will have to use your cell phone to find the “Linked Devices” function.
Although they are a reliable and secure way to access WhatsApp, the only way to manage access to our account is with the phone from which we register in the application.
In case of theft or lossMeta suggests do not share the verification code with other people, not even with family or friends. Immediately notify your contacts, as this person might impersonate you in your individual and group chats.
For close a suspicious session, sign up for a new phone with your number and enter the 6-digit code that you will receive by SMS to verify it. The person with access to your account will then be logged out automatically.
How to close WhatsApp Web on other devices?
For log out of all devices From your phone or additional devices (WhatsApp Web, WhatsApp Desktop, computers and tablets), do the following:
- Open the mobile app and go to “Settings”.
- Tap “Linked Devices.”
- Next, a list will be displayed with the devices where your session is active. Select those you do not recognize and press “Sign out”.
In the list you will see the “Device status”, That is, the type of means by which your account was accessed (computer, cell phone model, iPhone, iPad, browser, etc.), activity (last connection time), linked location (address where the link was established).
Additionally, we recommend activate two-step verificationcalled crabl lock chats and protect conversations group using a PIN, password, fingerprint and, on Apple devices, with Face ID.
Read here: How to hide your profile photo from certain contacts on WhatsApp
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2024-04-02 07:47:34
