Why is Messenger now asking you for a PIN?

Since earlier this month, some Messenger users have seen a message asking them to create a 6-digit PIN. This request to generate a PIN code is part of an important update to Messenger.

Since earlier this year, some Messenger users have received a message asking them to create a 6-digit PIN. But why did they get this message? In fact, this request to generate a PIN code is part of a major update to Messenger.

Indeed, on December 6, Meta announced the deployment of end-to-end encryption by default for its instant messaging. The benefit for users of end-to-end encryption lies primarily in privacy and security. Thanks to this secure communication process, it is impossible for a third party to access the conversations without physically capturing the device (smartphone, tablet, PC) where they take place.

So, Messenger will guarantee the same privacy as WhatsApp. As a reminder, until recently, end-to-end encryption was an option in Messenger; The user had to manually activate it with a few clicks.

Additionally, this pin code will allow better management of conversation history. Meta explains that this messenger will allow users to: “ To be able to restore your messages in the event of device loss, change or addition

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Meta also clarifies that deployment of end-to-end encryption by default will take several months given the large number of Messenger users (over a billion). So don’t worry if you haven’t received a request to generate a pin code yet.

Let us also point out that initially, it will be possible to avoid generating the pin code in question. However, secondly, the meta will force you to make it. Finally, it will be possible to configure your PIN code in the “Privacy and Security” tab.

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