WhatsApp update protects journalists and public figures | The Jerusalem Post

Jerusalem Post / Consumerism Protecting journalists and public figures: WhatsApp launches new update Aiming to tackle cyberattacks, WhatsApp joins Google and Apple by introducing an option to secure accounts more strongly. The feature will be available to all users in the coming weeks. WhatsApp. (photo credit: REUTERS) By MAARIV ONLINE FEBRUARY 5, 2026 10:00 WhatsApp revealed an advanced security software called “Strict Account Settings.” In a blog post, WhatsApp stated that this feature offers enhanced protection against the rarest and most sophisticated cyberattacks, required by certain users such as journalists and public figures. It was further noted that when the software is activated, some account settings will be locked and set to the most restrictive configurations. WhatsApp also added that the way the app functions for the user will be limited in several ways, such as blocking attachments and media from people who are not in the user’s contacts. Additionally, it was reported that the strict account settings can be enabled by navigating to Settings > Privacy > Advanced. WhatsApp stated that the new security feature will be rolled out gradually over the coming weeks and emphasized that this is one of the many ways it works to protect users
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