How to enable two-factor authentication in WhatsApp for Android

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You will have to verify the phone number with a one-time password when you set up the app on a new phone. Adding an extra layer of security is possible with a PIN. You will have to enter a one-time password on top of a six-digit PIN before you can install the app on your phone. This ensures that you have two protective layers. Here is how to enable two-factor authentication in a mobile application.

It's obvious, but please make sure you have the app on your phone before you start.

1. Go to your phone and open it.

2. There are three dots in the right corner.

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3. You can tap on the settings.

How to enable two-factor authentication in WhatsApp for Android

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4. There is a tap account.

5. Select Two-step verification.

6. To set up a PIN, hit enable.

How to enable two-factor authentication in WhatsApp for Android

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7. Your six-digit PIN will be entered.

There are 8. If you forget your PIN, add an email address that will be used to reset it.

There are 9. Hit Done to finish after you confirm your email address.

How to enable two-factor authentication in WhatsApp for Android

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You will need to enter your PIN the next time you set up the app on a new phone. It is easy to reset the PIN if you forget it, so make sure you have an email account.

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