Privacy on WhatsApp is more than hiding your Last Seen. Here are the most important privacy settings everyone should check in 2026 to stay in control of your account.
Essential Privacy Settings
- Last Seen and Online – limit who sees when you are active.
- Profile Photo – restrict to My Contacts.
- Read Receipts – turn off blue ticks if you prefer.
- Groups – control who can add you to groups.
- Two-Step Verification – add a PIN for account security.
Tip: Enabling Two-Step Verification is the single best way to stop someone hijacking your number.
Control Group Invites
Go to Settings, Privacy, Groups, and choose Nobody or My Contacts Except to stop strangers adding you.
FAQ
What is Two-Step Verification?
A 6-digit PIN required when registering your number on a new device, protecting against SIM-swap attacks.
Can I block someone completely?
Yes. Open their chat, tap their name, and select Block. They cannot message or call you.
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