If you find yourself in the situation where you’ve forgotten your WhatsApp two-step verification PIN, don’t worry, there’s a way to regain access to your account. Here’s what you can do:
- Use the ‘Forgot PIN’ Feature: Open WhatsApp and enter your phone number. When prompted for your two-step verification PIN, tap on “Forgot PIN?”.
- Email Recovery: If you have set up an email address with your two-step verification, you will be able to use the recovery link sent to your email to reset your PIN.
- Wait for the Reset Period: If you did not set up an email address for recovery, WhatsApp requires you to wait a 7-day period before you can reset your PIN and regain access to your account. During this time, you can still receive messages on WhatsApp but won’t be able to access them until the PIN is reset.
- Recover Without Email: There are guides available that provide a step-by-step process to recover your WhatsApp two-step verification PIN without needing an email. However, these methods should be approached with caution and may not always be reliable.
- Set Up a New PIN: Once you’ve regained access to your account, it’s advisable to set up a new two-step verification PIN and add a recovery email address to avoid future inconveniences.