India, Jan. 28 -- Meta's WhatsApp has launched a new security feature called Strict Account Settings, designed to offer stronger protection for users at higher risk of cyberattacks. The company described the feature as a "lockdown-style" option that restricts certain app functions to safeguard accounts.

The feature will roll out gradually in the coming weeks. Users can activate it with a single click in the app's settings menu under Settings > Privacy > Advanced. Once enabled, it automatically applies the most restrictive settings and activates multiple defence measures against potential attacks.

WhatsApp has noted that, although the app already provides end-to-end encryption by default for all users, some individuals, such as journalis...