Strict account settings on WhatsApp

Strict account settings is an advanced security feature that turns on privacy and security controls to help protect accounts from sophisticated cyber attacks.
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Strict account settings is an optional, lockdown-style security feature that, when enabled, reduces your vulnerability to cyber attack by limiting functionality. Your account is locked to more private settings and your chats with others outside your contacts will have limitations.

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WhatsApp

Strict account settings on WhatsApp
Org. type: For-profit business / social enterprise / B Corp
Project type: Feature
Last modified: Jan 28, 2026 Added: Jan 27, 2026
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