More secure chats and better organized stickers

WhatsApp doesn't stopThe world's most used messaging app has launched two new features that enhance both security and convenience for its users: Advanced Chat Privacy and organizing stickers in custom foldersIn this post, we explain what they are, how to activate them, and why they can change the way we use WhatsApp every day.

Advanced Chat Privacy: Protect what really matters

The new “Advanced Chat Privacy” feature allows users to protect sensitive conversations with security methods such as:

Fingerprint
Facial recognition
Password or PIN

These conversations are automatically moved to a special folder called “Blocked chats”, which only you can access. This feature is ideal if you share your phone with others or if you handle sensitive information in your conversations.

🛡️ What protection does this folder offer?

They can't be forward messages or files.
It can't be done copy the content from the chat.
HE blocks automatic download of photos and videos.
It prevents taking screenshots.

🔒 This isn't just about privacy; it's a real security wall for your most important chats.

Sticker Organization: Sort Your Emoji Madness!

Another feature that is already starting to reach users is the ability to create custom folders for your stickersAre you one of those people who has hundreds of stickers and spends more time searching than responding? This feature is for you.

✅ How do I use it?

Open a chat and go to your stickers.
Tap the pencil icon or the three dots (depending on your version).
Choose the stickers you want to group.
Create a folder with a name (e.g. “Funny”, “Love”, “Office”).
Save the folder.

Each folder can contain up to 60 stickers and there is no limit to the number of folders you can create.

🎨 You can finally find that perfect sticker without endless scrolling.

When will these features be available?

These new features are being implemented progressively, which means that not all users will see them at the same time. The official recommendation is that keep the app updated from the Play Store or App Store to receive them as soon as possible.

Why are these functions important?

The privacy is increasingly valued, and these tools give users real control over who accesses their chats.
The sticker organization It improves the user experience, especially for those who use WhatsApp as a channel for emotional, professional, or customer service expression.

Both features show that WhatsApp continues to adapt to the needs of its millions of users around the world.

The combination of advanced privacy and custom ordering in stickers proves that WhatsApp wants to be more than a messaging app: wants to be a safe, organized, and fun extension of your digital life.