Password Lock for WhatsApp™ Web

Automatically lock WhatsApp Web after a period of time or by pressing the action button
What is Password Lock for WhatsApp™ Web?
"Password Lock for WhatsApp™ Web" is an essential Chrome extension that introduces an extra layer of security for your online communications. This tool allows you to password-protect your WhatsApp Web account by either enabling a prompt to enter your password each time you open the app, or by setting up an automatic lock after a certain period of inactivity. Enhanced features include the ability to lock all open instances of WhatsApp through an action button or a shortcut key, and an added level of protection through a locked right-click context menu.

Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Rating: 4.56 (9)
Version: 0.1.4 (Last updated: 2024-07-25)
Creation date: 2023-01-10
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • alarms
  • idle
Host permissions:
  • https://web.whatsapp.com/*
Size: 187.39K

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Password Lock for WhatsApp Web (v0.1.4)
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Extension summary

This extension allows you to password-protect your WhatsApp Web account. It offers two modes of operation: The extension prompts you to enter the password when you open WhatsApp Web. The extension only prompts you to enter the password after a period. In this mode, you can ask to lock WhatsApp after the period is expired.

Usage Instruction: After installation, click the action button once to open WhatsApp Web next to your current tab. Enter your password and confirm it in the confirmation box. Press the "Change Password" button to activate the password protection. From now on, the extension will block WhatsApp access on any subsequent requests.

Notes:

  • Press the action button to lock WhatsApp Web. This will lock all open instances of WhatsApp. The extension will open a new, locked one for you if there are no instances. You can also configure a keyboard shortcut for the action button. This way, you can quickly lock WhatsApp when needed.
  • The extension also locks right-click context menu. You can disable this feature from "options" panel

User reviews

I've been using this for 3x years, no issues
by Ash Richardson, 2024-09-26

by Bilal Pharmacy, 2024-09-09

works fine and comes with good features.auto lock features when you reload the extension.and no need to login again and again login the whatsapp web. Great to secure your privacy with others.
by asheesh patel, 2024-05-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Password Lock for WhatsApp™ Web requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Password Lock for WhatsApp™ Web has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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