Two-step verification is an optional feature that adds more security to your WhatsApp account. You’ll see the two-step verification screen after you successfully register your phone number on WhatsApp.
Note: The two-step verification PIN is different from the 6-digit registration code you receive via SMS or phone call.
When you enable two-step verification, you have the option to enter your email address. This allows WhatsApp to email you a reset link in case you ever forget your PIN, and also helps safeguard your account.
After you enable two-step verification, WhatsApp will regularly ask you to enter your PIN as a reminder. As long as you don’t reset the PIN, you will get a reminder once a week.
You can manage two-step verification settings in your WhatsApp account. You have the option to enable or disable this feature or change the PIN. You can also update the email address associated with two-step verification.
Turn on two-step verification
Open WhatsApp Settings.
Tap Account > Two-step verification > Turn on or Set up PIN.
Enter a six-digit PIN of your choice and confirm it.
Provide an email address you can access or tap Skip if you don’t want to add an email address. We recommend adding an email address as this allows you to reset two-step verification, and helps safeguard your account.
Tap Next.
Confirm the email address and tap Save or Done.
