How to bypass WhatsApp Fingerprint lock without root

What to do when fingerprint lock is not working

By Deepak Singh • Updated On Jun 20, 2024

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Last year WhatsApp added the option for fingerprint lock to secure WhatsApp. The fingerprint lock is quite convenient and lets in only people with fingerprints registered on your phone.

However, if the fingerprint authentication fails, you won’t be able to bypass the WhatsApp fingerprint lock even if you have the unlock pin of the phone. This is a one layer lock and you can’t have a secondary pin or pattern unlock option in case the fingerprint lock is not working.

Why would you need to bypass fingerprint lock on WhatsApp?

Before we proceed, let’s make it clear that this is not a hack that will help with unauthorized access. Bypassing fingerprint lock could be a genuine requirement that could if your phone’s fingerprint reader malfunctions. Consumers using phones with in-display fingerprint sensors could be barred from accessing WhatsApp if they accidentally damage their phone screen. Or perhaps if the registered digit is injured or bandaged.

To bypass WhatsApp fingerprint lock in such circumstances, here’s what you need to do.

Also check: 30 Latest WhatsApp Hidden Features, Tips, and Tricks To Know In 2020

How to bypass and disable fingerprint lock on WhatsApp?

All you need to do is delete the fingerprints registered on your phone. To do so, you must know the alternate unlock PIN or pattern that all Android phones mandatorily require before registering fingerprints.

The exact steps to do so will differ based on your OS. Basically, you need to go to the main settings menu and search for fingerprints. After authenticating the action with your pin, pattern or other alternate unlock method, you’d be allowed to delete the registered fingerprints.

Here is a generic guide that should work for most Android skins. Follow the steps below.

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Go to Passwords and security or a similar option.

3. Then, tap on Fingerprints. You might have to enter your lock screen PIN, pattern, or password to continue.

4. Tap on a fingerprint and select Delete. Do this until there are no fingerprints left.

5. Re-open WhatsApp and you will be asked to enter your PIN to continue.

That’s it. Once you delete fingerprints, your WhatsApp fingerprint lock will be automatically disabled.

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Deepak Singh

Deepak Singh is a technology journalist and editor with over 13 years of experience covering consumer electronics. A computer engineering graduate, he has developed deep expertise in chipsets, displays, and hardware performance.

Over the past decade, Deepak has reviewed more than 700 products, including smartphones, laptops, TVs, and audio gear. He currently leads the editorial team at Smartprix, focusing on accurate, useful, and hands-on tech reporting.

When he’s not testing new devices, Deepak enjoys reading and spending time with his family.

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17 Comments

Sree Lavanya Radhakrishnan

@sree_banudece

2 years ago

YOU ARE A LIFE SAVIOUR. IT FREAKING WORKED FOR VIVO V19. THANKS A LOT

patricia zhi

@patricia_libicivi

3 years ago

hello

Kizzy

Anonymous

3 years ago

Guess they need to fix that because to delete your finger print for one app doesn’t make sense. Thanks for the help …

Bill

Anonymous

3 years ago

I don’t want to delete the fingerprints themselves, as they work well with many apps. I only want to delete fingerprint access for ONE app. How can I delete fingerprint access for a given app?

WARDA QAMAR SYED

Anonymous

4 years ago

Unable to delete the fingerprints, what to do now? Anyother option 😭 Please help

Kebra

Anonymous

4 years ago

Wow this really really helped thanks

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