WhatsApp is introducing support for passkeys on Android, the Meta-owned messaging service has announced. With this change, users will no longer have to deal with SMS two-factor authentication as they ...

WhatsApp usernames will finally allow you to keep your phone number private when chatting with others on the app, though the ...

WhatsApp for Android now accepts Passkeys for login authentication. You can now use your fingerprint, face, or PIN to unlock WhatsApp on Android. WhatsApp for Android has adopted a new, more secure ...

Google’s June 2026 Android system updates add WhatsApp backup controls, Play Protect checks, passkey portability, and Play Store AI search.

Now, WhatsApp users can securely log in to their accounts using their phone’s facial recognition or fingerprint scanner instead of typing a password. Now, WhatsApp users can securely log in to their ...