WhatsApp tightens account security with stronger two-step verification and more | TechCrunch · AuraTracer

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On August 25, 2026, WhatsApp introduced enhanced account security measures, focusing on introducing a more stringent two-step verification feature. This update aims to improve the security of users’ accounts through multiple identity verification methods, preventing unauthorized access.

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T TechCrunch 归档 8月 p05 en 2026-08-25 08:00

WhatsApp tightens account security with stronger two-step verification and more | TechCrunch

WhatsApp 周二宣布推出新安全功能，包括更强的两步验证及支持账户添加多个 passkey。该应用将把两步验证的六位数 PIN 升级为含特殊字符的长 alphanumeric 密码，并允许用户为 iOS 和 Android 设备分别设置多个 passkey。此外，Android 用户在接听非联系人来电时，将显示更多背景信息，如号码所属国家及共同群组。这些更新旨在应对日益复杂的钓鱼和网络攻击，此前 WhatsApp 已于 2024 年支持 passkey 登录，并配合指纹或 Face ID 使用。