How To Lock WhatsApp Web Screen With Password

We rely on online communication apps like WhatsApp for work, personal use, and social networking. It is crucial to password protect WhatsApp, as it contains innumerable confidential information. We have curated a step-by-step guide on how to lock WhatsApp Web. Keep reading to learn more.

How To Put A Password On WhatsApp Web?

If you’re wondering how to password protect your WhatsApp web screen, then you’ve landed on the right page. Here is an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide on how to lock WhatsApp web:

• Step 1: First, go to the official WhatsApp web domain by typing web.whatsapp.com to sign in.
• Step 2: To sign in, open WhatsApp on your phone and tap on the ‘Settings’ icon present in the bottom right corner.
• Step 3: On the ‘Settings’ submenu, tap on ‘Linked Devices’. Next, tap on the ‘Link A Device’ option and scan the QR code with your phone to sign in.
• Step 4: Now that you’re logged in to the WhatsApp web, tap on the three dots in the top right corner.
• Step 5: Once the submenu opens, tap on ‘Settings’ and then tap on ‘Privacy.’
• Step 6: Scroll down on the screen till you see the ‘Screen Lock’ option and tap on it.
• Step 7: A checkbox option will appear; tap on it.
• Step 8: Think of a strong password of 6 or more digits and enter the password.
• Step 9: Now, confirm the password by re-entering it and tapping Ok.
• Step 10: Lastly, choose a time duration for Auto-Lock from 1 minute to 1 hour.

Your WhatsApp web screen will now be locked.

How To Remove The Lock On WhatsApp Web?

If you wish to remove the lock on your WhatsApp web screen, then follow these steps:

• Step 1: Open WhatsApp web and tap on ‘Settings’, then tap on ‘Privacy.’
• Step 2: Scroll down till ‘Screen Lock,’ then tap on it and uncheck the box.
• Step 3: Enter your WhatsApp password and click, ‘OK.’

Your WhatsApp web lock will be removed.

How To Lock WhatsApp On Mobile?

To lock WhatsApp on your mobile, you can follow these steps:

• Step 1: Open WhatsApp
• Step 2: Tap on ‘Settings,’ then on ‘Privacy.’
• Step 3: Click on ‘App Lock’ and enter a strong password.
• Step 4: Click ‘OK’ and select an auto lock duration.

Your WhatsApp will be locked.

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