Securing your WhatsApp chats is now easier with the new secret code feature. This option allows you to lock specific chats, adding an extra layer of security to your conversations. Whether it’s personal messages or confidential information, you can ensure only you have access to them by using a unique passcode or biometric lock. It’s a powerful yet simple process to protect your privacy in today’s digital world. No complicated steps or technical knowledge is needed, just a few taps and your chats are secure. Here’s everything you need to know to get started with this useful feature.

What is WhatsApp secret code?

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WhatsApp's secret code is a password that users can set to secure their locked chats. 

How does WhatsApp's secret code work?

One can set a unique password that's different from their phone's unlock code. After this step, you can search for the secret code in the search bar to find and unlock your locked chats.

Enter secret code in search bar

Chats selected by secret code features will not appear in the main chat list of WhatsApp. To see it, you have to enter your secret code in the WhatsApp search bar.

How to use secret code feature?

Open the chat you want to hide. Tap on that person's group name above. Scroll down and tap on the "Chat Lock" option.

You can use fingerprint sensor or Face ID

Lock chats using your phone's fingerprint sensor or Face ID. Turn on the "Hide Locked Chats" option. Now you will be asked to create a secret code.

Lock chat will disappear from main chat

Your locked chat will be removed from the main chat list. To see it, you have to type your secret code in the WhatsApp search bar.

How to set up a secret code for locked chats?

  • Go to the Locked Chats window
  • Tap the Secret code option
  • Create a secret code
  • Type in the secret code
  • Press Ok