WhatsApp’s new ‘lockdown’ settings add another layer of protection against cyberattacks

https://www.theverge.com/news/868722/whatsapp-strict-account-settings-cyberattacks

Emma Roth Jan 27, 2026 · 1 min read
WhatsApp’s new ‘lockdown’ settings add another layer of protection against cyberattacks
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WhatsApp’s new ‘lockdown’ settings add another layer of protection against cyberattacks

The new ‘Strict Account Settings’ automatically block attachments and media from senders you don’t know, and also silences calls from unknown contacts.

The new ‘Strict Account Settings’ automatically block attachments and media from senders you don’t know, and also silences calls from unknown contacts.

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