About this lesson

WhatsApp safety matters for many reasons, reflecting broader concerns regarding privacy, security, and personal well-being in the digital age. As one of the world’s most popular messaging apps, WhatsApp is a primary communication tool for billions of users, making its security features and potential vulnerabilities a significant concern for individuals and organizations alike.

Course curriculum

    1. Lesson 1: Why WhatsApp Safety Matters

    2. Lesson 2: Understanding WhatsApp Features

    3. Lesson 3: WhatsApp and Domestic Violence

    1. Lesson 1: Creating a Secure Password

    2. Lesson 2: Managing Privacy Settings

    3. Lesson 3: How to change your WhatsApp password

    4. Lesson 4: Reporting and Blocking users on WhatsApp

    1. Lesson 1: Staying safe into the future on WhatsApp
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Monthly checklist

Every month follow these tips to ensure your WhatsApp account is as safe as possible.

  • Always log out from WhatsApp Web if you are using a shared computer or one that others have access to. Check periodically in the WhatsApp mobile app under WhatsApp Web to see if there are sessions you don't recognize, and log out if necessary.

  • Regularly review and adjust your privacy settings for Last Seen, Profile Photo, About, Status, and Read Receipts to control who sees your information. Go to Settings > Account > Privacy to make these changes.

  • Regularly check for any unknown devices linked to your account through WhatsApp Web/Desktop. You can see and disconnect any sessions you don’t recognize

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