WhatsApp has zero one-tap “no mentions from randos” switch. Hang tight though—you’ve got moves. No perfect fix, but blocking ...

Meta-owned WhatsApp has begun rolling out a new lockdown-style security feature designed to protect users who may be targeted ...

WhatsApp rolled out Strict Account Settings, a lockdown-style mode that blocks unknown attachments, disables link previews, ...

WhatsApp has rolled out a new Strict Security Mode aimed at protecting high-risk users by blocking unknown media, links and ...

The popular messaging app WhatsApp got a range of new security features Tuesday with the launch of “Strict Account Settings.” The security changes, which must be turned on, allow the app to block ...

WhatsApp rolled out a lockdown-like new feature on Tuesday, 27 January, 2026, to boost in-app security. Read more here ...

WhatsApp has rolled out Strict Account Settings, a lockdown-style security feature that blocks media from unknown senders and ...

WhatsApp introduces Strict Account Settings, new security features to keep users safe from attachments and calls from unknown ...

WhatsApp introduces Strict Account Settings to protect users from hacking and cyber fraud by blocking unknown calls, media, ...

WhatsApp is launching new “Strict Account Settings” that add even more protections against cyberattacks. The feature is built ...

The new feature will allow blocking all media and attachments from unknown senders, the ability to disable link previews, and ...

Meta's WhatsApp just introduced something called Strict Account Settings. This mode protects against hackers in several ways.