Today’s digital environment demands you keep your WhatsApp account secure from unwarranted access.

Whether you use WhatsApp on mobile, web, or desktop, keeping track of active logins and managing them is a key element to maintaining personal information security.

Detailed below is how you will check for active WhatsApp sessions and remove unwanted logins.

Why Monitor Active Logins?

• Prevent Unauthorized Access: Regularly checking for active logins helps detect if someone else has gained access to your account.
• Manage Devices: Remove old or unused devices linked to your account.
• Protect Sensitive Data: Ensure your chats, photos, and files stay private.

Step-by-Step Guide: Checking Active Logins

On Mobile Devices (Android/iOS):

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the app on your device.

2. Access Settings:

• On Android: Tap the three-dot menu at the top right corner and select Linked Devices.
• On iOS: Open the Settings tab from the bottom right and then tap Linked Devices.View

3. Linked Devices: A list of devices currently linked to your account will be displayed. Each entry shows the following:

• Device Type: Indicates whether the device is a web browser or a desktop app.
• Location (Optional): If available, shows the approximate location from where the session is active.
• Last Active: When the device last accessed your account.

How to Remove Unwanted Devices

If you notice any devices you either do not know or no longer use, follow the next steps to remove them:

1. In the Linked Devices menu:

• Tap the device you want to remove.
• Tap Log Out (Android) or Remove Device (iOS).

2. Confirm the Action: A confirmation prompt will pop up. Confirm to log the device out immediately.

Note: Once removed, this device will need to re-scan your QR code to regain access.

On WhatsApp Web/Desktop:

1. Open WhatsApp Web/Desktop: Open it from web.whatsapp.com or through the desktop application.
2. Sign in: If you happen to be signed in, skip this; otherwise, use your phone and scan the QR code to access.
3. Check Active Devices: Now, go to Settings >> Linked Devices (on the desktop version) and you will see all the active sessions.
4. Log Out a Device:

• Find the session that you want to log out.
• Click Log Out or Remove.

Additional Security Features

1. Enable Two-Step Verification:
Adds more security with a PIN verification on top:

• Settings → Account → Two-step verification → Enable.
• Enter a new 6-digit PIN and an email address for recovery.

2. Configure Fingerprint or Face Unlock:

• In Settings, head to Privacy and tap Fingerprint Lock (for Android) or Screen Lock (for iOS).
• Switch it on to add more security to your chats.

3. Check out Login Notifications:

WhatsApp sends notifications when an account accesses a new device. Check immediately in the case of any unwanted notifications you may receive.

4. Keep WhatsApp Up-to-Date:
Make sure you have the latest version for security updates and new features.

5. Public Computers and WhatsApp:
Always log out after using WhatsApp Web on shared or public devices.
Clear your browser history to remove saved login sessions.

Conclusion:

For security reasons, one should check regularly and manage the linked devices on WhatsApp. With these comprehensive steps, all unauthorized logins will be found out easily and removed in no time.

On top of that, enabling two-step verification and fingerprint lock would add an extra layer of security to protect your personal information. Be vigilant and keep those digital conversations safe!