Earlier this month, Facebook informed WhatsApp users that in order to continue to use the app, they will have to agree with the company’s updated privacy policy, forcing them to share data with Facebook and third-party associated companies. After a huge backlash from the community, Facebook delayed the implementation of the new policy for three months, giving people time to make up their minds.
Now, possibly to generate some positive headlines, WhatsApp has announced that it will bring biometric authentication to WhatsApp Desktop and Web, Android Authority reports. “In order to link WhatsApp Web or Desktop to your WhatsApp account, you will now be asked to use your face or fingerprint unlock on your phone, before scanning a QR code from the phone to link your device,” reads an excerpt of a press release issued by the company.
