Mobile app developers can verify users via WhatsApp

Facebook has released a new SDK that will allow mobile application developers to implement WhatsApp authentication into an Account Kit for iOs and Android. For users, this means that they will be able to receive all verification codes through WhatsApp instead of classic SMS.

Many people register for security reasons in different applications, email and social networking accounts using their phone number. The process works like this: after logging in, the user receives a code on their mobile phone that can be used to register, log in or verify login, in case the system detects suspicious behavior. Multi-factor verification, especially known on social networking platforms, uses a combination of classic password and SMS verification.

In practice, it will work so that the developer can offer the user the choice of classic SMS or WhatsApp authentication. Or, it may even decide to disable the SMS verification and the user will only have the WhatsApp option available.

SMS is being used less, so the introduction of messaging application authentication is a logical step. Facebook expects the new verification option to increase user engagement in verifications due to the growing popularity of the WhatsApp platform.

Martina Frascona 'Sochurkova

I am passionate about the world of technology and online marketing. In the past, I have worked for several years on campus as a teacher at marketing and hotel management departments. Currently, I work with various experts as an online marketing consultant at international level between Switzerland, Italy and the Czech Republic. I specialize in e-commerce, social media and website development. In my spare time you will meet me in the nature immersed in the beauty of three triathlon disciplines. At Newsfeed I will share with you the latest news from the diverse world of social media.

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