Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:16pm on 27 Jan 2026,Tuesday Tech Today
WhatsApp has launched a new high-security option for users. The feature is called “Strict Account Settings” and is rolling out from Tuesday. It offers stronger protection against hacking and spying. The mode blocks media from unknown senders and disables link previews. It also silences calls from unknown numbers. WhatsApp said the feature is aimed at journalists, activists and public figures. Its parent company Meta Platforms is the third major tech firm to add such a tool. Earlier, Apple and Alphabet introduced similar high-protection modes for high-risk users.
