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WhatsApp tightens account security with stronger two-step verification and more

Tuesday, August 25, 2026


WhatsApp updated its two-step verification system to allow users to set alphanumeric passwords with special characters, replacing the previous requirement for a six-digit PIN only.

Original reporting: https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/25/whatsapp-tightens-account-security-with-stronger-two-step-verification-and-more/

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