How to set fingerprint lock in WhatsApp

To use the fingerprint lock feature, your phone must have a fingerprint sensor

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First of all you update your WhatsApp by going to Google Play Store.

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After updating, first open WhatsApp.

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Tap on the three dot icon on the top right corner to access more options

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Tap on Settings

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Tap on Account

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After clicking account you will se 6 different options Tap on Privacy

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Scroll down to ‘Fingerprint lock’ and tap on it

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Turn on ‘Unlock with fingerprint sensor’

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Once you do, it will ask you to ‘confirm fingerprint’

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After this you will see 3 options, select one of them and finally your fingerprint lock will be set.

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