WhatsApp adds passkey protection to end-to-end encrypted backups

WhatsApp is adding a new way to access your encrypted backups with passkey support This means if you lose your device, you can use methods like your previous device’s fingerprint, face or screen lock code to access your WhatsApp backup.

For years, WhatsApp didn’t have an encryption layer for chat backup. However, in 2021, Meta added a way for users to protect their backups End-to-end encryption using passwords or 64-character encryption keys.

The problem with both is that you need to remember your backup password or have the encryption key handy when restoring the backup. With Passkey, you don’t have to search for passwords or keys.

WhatsApp, which is beyond 3 billion active users in MayThat said, this feature will be rolled out to users in the coming weeks and months, so you may want to keep checking back to see when it’s available to you.

you can go Settings > Chat > ​​Chat backup > End-to-end encrypted backup Check if you have the option to enable encrypted backups and use a passkey.