How to set up WhatsApp Payments on Android smartphone

WhatsApp continues to amaze everyone as its unabated growth spree persists on a strong footing. In fact, the company recently announced that the platform is now being used by more than two billion users around the world! WhatsApp also reaffirmed its commitment to strong encryption to protect privacy, on of the biggest issues for users. The platform consistently brings new features to make the platform more user friendly. One of them is the WhatsApp Payments feature that allows you to send and receive money to and from other WhatsApp users. But, how do you set up WhatsApp Payments? Here are few easy steps that will help you -

1. Open WhatsApp on your smartphone.

2. Tap the three vertical dots on the top right corner.

3. You will have to add a payment method.

4. Enter details, accept and Continue.

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5. Choose your bank from the list.

6. Give WhatsApp permissions to make calls and send SMS.

7. The Payment option will be added.

Now, you can open any chat and click on the paperclip next to the camera icon. Tap on Payments and you can start sending money, if the other user also has Payments options activated.

Meanwhile, WhatsApp is working to extend end-to-end encryption across its messaging applications, including Facebook Messenger and Instagram. "Strong encryption is a necessity in modern life. We will not compromise on security because that would make people less safe," it recently said.