Delhi: Connecting through a proxy maintains the high level of privacy and security provided by WhatsApp. An active internet connection from a telecom company is not required. The most important thing is that for this users will not have to make any kind of payment. With the help of proxy support, there will be no need for the internet to send messages to WhatsApp users. WhatsApp has brought a big update for users. The company has launched Proxy Support for users around the world. Even if the internet has been shut down in their area, users will still be able to send WhatsApp messages.
Privacy and security will continue to be available
Now let us tell you how this will happen. Volunteers and organizations around the world will set up proxy servers so that WhatsApp users will be able to send messages without the internet. Regarding the security concern, WhatsApp said that even after being connected to the proxy network, users do not need to worry about privacy and security. They will continue to get privacy and security as before.
Messages will remain end-to-end encrypted as before
We are aware that as we celebrate the beginning of 2023 through private messages or calls, there are many people who are deprived of the ability to reach their loved ones due to the internet shutdown. To help, today we’re introducing proxy support for WhatsApp users around the world. This means that we are given the power to maintain access to WhatsApp in the hands of the people. The company says that the messages will remain end-to-end encrypted as before. After updating the app, a new option will appear in the Settings menu. To connect to a proxy, you need to go to your WhatsApp settings and tap on Storage and Data and then click on Proxy. Then, you have to tap on Use Proxy and enter the proxy address. After writing, you have to tap on Save to connect.
Choosing a proxy allows you to connect to WhatsApp via a server
A check mark will appear if the connection is established. The company said that connecting through a proxy maintains the high level of privacy and security provided by WhatsApp. The popular messaging application WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has brought proxy support to users around the world, including millions in Iran and elsewhere. As people who are denied the right to communicate freely and in private. If their connection is blocked or interrupted, WhatsApp said in a blog. According to the messaging platform, choosing a proxy allows you to connect to WhatsApp through servers set up by volunteers and organizations around the world dedicated to helping people communicate freely.
