How to Set Up Two‐Step Verification for WhatsApp on Android

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open WhatsApp.

   It’s a green and white chat bubble icon with a phone receiver inside.
   
   You’ll find it on the home screen or in the app drawer.
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   Step 2: Tap ⁝.

   It’s at the top-right corner of the screen. ,,,,, Type a 6-digit code that you’ll remember, then type it again to confirm.
   
   It’s important to choose a code that you’ll remember, as you’ll need it to register your phone number with WhatsApp. , Type the address once, then type it again to confirm as per the on-screen instructions.
   
   If you lose your 6-digit code, you can have a reset link sent to this email address. ,, Two-step verification is now enabled.
   
   Now you will have to enter your code each time you install (or reinstall) WhatsApp on any device.
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   Step 3: Tap Settings.

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   Step 4: Tap Account.

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   Step 5: Tap Two-step verification.

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   Step 6: Tap Enable.

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   Step 7: Create a passcode.

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   Step 8: Enter your email address.

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   Step 9: Tap Save.

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    Step 10: Tap Done.

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