WhatsApp is testing a new feature called "Restricted Chat" for Android. This update lets users lock specific conversations. Access to these chats will be limited to the main phone. This move aims to improve chat privacy.
The new feature builds on "Advanced Chat Privacy." This existing option adds an extra privacy layer. It can prevent chat export. It also stops media from saving to your phone's gallery. Plus, it stops Meta AI from using these chats.
The "Restricted Chat" feature was seen in a beta version for Android. It is still being developed. This news comes from "WABetaInfo," a site that shares WhatsApp updates.
How does Restricted Chat work?
When you turn on "Restricted Chat," the conversation is only on your main phone. It will not sync with linked devices. This means it won't show up on WhatsApp Web or other linked phones.
Even if someone links your account to another device, they can't access the restricted chat. This feature is optional. Users choose which chats to restrict.
"Restricted Chat" keeps the privacy settings from "Advanced Chat Privacy." It adds a new layer for linked devices.
Protection steps include not saving media to the gallery. It also stops users from exporting the whole chat. It prevents sharing chat messages with Meta AI.
WhatsApp is still developing "Restricted Chat" for Android. An official release date is not yet known.