WhatsApp Now Allows s to Block Spam Directly From Lock Screen a6216 Here Are Steps to Enable Feature

When an unknown number texts you, WhatsApp shows a cautionary note directly below the sender's info. 3q2357

Written by Sucharita Ganguly | Updated: 10 February 2024 18:16 IST

WhatsApp Now Allows s to Block Spam Directly From Lock Screen: Here Are Steps to Enable Feature

Photo Credit: WhatsApp 2c6j4i

WhatsApp displays a secondary prompt to report the

Highlights

WhatsApp requires s to their phone numbers
Anyone with your details can text you on the platform
WhatsApp will soon cross-platform messaging

ment

WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform Meta owns, has rolled out a new feature allowing s to block spam directly from their lock screens. This update aims to combat the rising prevalence of spam messages and give s greater control over their messaging experience. Spam messages have long been a concern for messaging networks such as WhatsApp, flooding s with undesirable messages ranging from promotional offers to fraudulent schemes. By allowing s to take action directly from their lock screens, WhatsApp aims to enhance privacy and security while fostering a more seamless messaging experience.

The new feature enables WhatsApp s to identify and block spam messages without needing to unlock their devices or navigate through the app. When a spam message notification appears on the lock screen, s can now long-press on the notification to access multiple options, including the option to block the sender instantly. WhatsApp displays a secondary prompt to report the as well.

Notably, WhatsApp already shows a cautionary note below the details of any unknown number that you get a message from. This is followed by options to add the , block it or report and block it. Other than these direct options, you can preemptively block a . In the More Options section on the Home page, go to Settings > Privacy > Blocked s > Add > Search or select the you wish to block.

Apple Updates Systems Ahead of Third-Party App Store in the EU

s are required to their phone numbers on WhatsApp. Anyone with your details can send you a message on WhatsApp. However, this has continued to be a privacy concern. The company has reportedly been working on a way to allow connecting on the platform without exchanging phone numbers.

WhatsApp will also soon cross-platform messaging, which will allow s from different messaging platforms to text s on WhatsApp. A "Third Party Chats" section will be available to s on the application's home interface, which will show the messages received from s on other platforms while separating them from the in-app chats protected by WhatsApp's E2EE encryption.

Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 alongside the Galaxy Tab S9 series and Galaxy Watch 6 series at its first Galaxy Unpacked event in South Korea. We discuss the company's new devices and more on the latest episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast. Orbital is available on Spotify, Gaana, JioSaavn, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and wherever you get your podcasts.

links may be automatically generated - see our ethics statement for details.

Comments

For the latest reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who'sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube.

Further reading: Meta

Sucharita Ganguly

Email Sucharita Ganguly

Sucharita is a writer with Gadgets 360 and is mostly found playing with her cat in her free time. She has previously worked at breaking news desks across organizations. Powered by coffee, The Beatles, Bowie, and her newfound love for BTS, she aims to work towards contributing to a better media environment for women and queer folk. More