WhatsApp encrypted backups are finally available in the latest beta

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Keep your data private before uploading it to the cloud

WhatsApp has been working on encrypted backups for some time now, with the first mumbles first appearing in March. Last month, Facebook detailed its plans to add two unique options that provide additional protection for your account. The latest WhatsApp has great news for anyone concerned about privacy, as the app is finally implementing end-to-end encryption for backups.

As Facebook covered in its detailed blog post in September, you can choose between a 64-bit encryption key and a cloud-based key with a personal password – whatever you prefer (via WABetaInfo). Your data is still stored in Google Drive or iCloud (if you’re on iOS), but everything is encrypted before downloading.

WA_E2E_ENCRYPTED_BACKUP_ANDROID — via WABetaInfo

Keep in mind that, like most other protected services, if your password is lost, whether it’s a 64-bit key or a much simpler personal password, you won’t are out of luck. WhatsApp will not be able to help you regain access and your data will remain inaccessible.

WABetaInfo reports that this feature is available in version 2.21.21.5, although not all users can activate it yet. It will continue to roll out over several subsequent app updates, so you may need to be a little more patient. If you are not in the WhatsApp beta program, you can try joining using the Play Store link below or just grab the APK from APK Mirror.

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