Los ‘cybercriminals‘ They are the order of the day. To protect your account WhatsApp From them he learns to activate the verification in two steps offered by that social network, as an additional security option. It consists of a “padlock” when you want to log in.
WhatsApp explains it in a minute. The first thing you should do is open the “settings” option. Then, tap on “account”, select “two-step verification”, and click “activate”.
The next thing will be choose a PIN or numerical password six digits. This, according to the application, will be requested when you register your phone number on the social network.
When you do, you will have to confirm it and then you will have to write your email address and also confirm it.
The email, explains WhatsApp, is to be able to reset your PIN in case you forget it and thus protect your account.
This option, however, is optional, although it is recommended to do so, “because it allows you to recover the account” more easily.
After completing these steps, the security measure will be applied automatically.
“We recommend that you never share your two-step verification PIN with anyone”, urges the social network.
