Chat-lock feature for individual conversations spotted in WhatsApp beta code

[Jan]

WhatsApp working on big security change

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will let users lock specific conversations on the platform using their fingerprint or passcode, WABetaInfo reports.

The new feature adds another layer of privacy to the messaging app. Currently, users can lock the app using Face ID, fingerprints, or a passcode.

 

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Is that the cheat on your wife protection service?

 

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I don't like this part

"Additionally, if someone tries to access locked chats and fails to provide the requested authentication, they will be prompted to clear the conversation to open it."

So if they cannot see it, they can at least delete your private conversation? That ain't right. Or will it "clear" the conversation but once the passcode or whatever auth method is used successfully, the conversation history is back again?