WhatsApp on Android has introduced a new end-to-end encryption indicator under the contact and group names in the chat screen.
The encryption indicator briefly appears where the “last seen” details would normally appear.
The feature is currently available to a select group of beta testers, with plans to roll out to a wider audience in the coming weeks.
WhatsApp is trialling a new beta feature to ensure users are confident their chats are safe from prying eyes.
WhatsApp for Android now introduces a new end-to-end encryption indicator under the contact and group names in the conversation screen, WABetaInfo reports. Users will see a small message in the chat window indicating that end-to-end encryption has been activated.