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Safer Internet Day: 9 ways to ensure a safer messaging experience on WhatsApp
People share some of their most personal thoughts and information via messaging apps. WhatsApp safeguards all your messages with default end-to-end encryption – which means only you and the person you are chatting with can see them. However, here are a few additional steps you can take to add additional layers of security to your conversations. Use Two-step verification to protect your account: Activate two-step verification to add more security to your WhatsApp account. Once enabled, you will be asked for a 6-digit PIN when resetting or verifying your account. This safeguards your account against phishing attacks and takeover attempts by scammers. Always use the official app: Make sure you’re using the latest version of the official WhatsApp. Your messages are only secure and private when using the official app. Make sure the logo looks correct, and the name of the app is just “WhatsApp”. Fake apps pose security risks, including sending spam and scams to others without your knowledge. If you’re on Android and simply want two accounts on your phone, you can now add a second account using one official app (Learn more)Safeguard sensitive information with disappearing options: For greater privacy on your messaging experience, you can choose to send photos and media with View Once that will allow recipients to see the message only once without the option to save, forward, screenshot or share the message. View once is also available for voice notes, allowing them to be played just once. Switching off read recipients and using disappearing messages are other features to further protect chats that are important to you. Protect your most personal chats with Chat Lock: Add another layer of security to your intimate conversations with chat lock. It places a particular chat thread in a folder that can only be accessed by you. You can also create a unique password that’s different from your device password to protect chats that mention personal or financial information. In the event someone else gets access to your phone, chat lock will keep your conversations safe from prying eyes. Be the best admin for your Group/Community: If you’re the admin for your work WhatsApp group or your neighbourhood community, you can safeguard it to ensure it’s a place for meaningful connection and conversations. You can decide who joins a group, restrict members’ permissions to make changes to your community’s subject, icon or description, even delete unwanted messages or remove members.
Protect against scams: Scams can happen anywhere, via calls, email or messages. The first step to protecting yourself is to pause and think. If you receive a suspicious message that asks for personal information, verify if you know the contact, have common groups with them or is even coming from the country you’re in. WhatsApp asks if you want to Block an unknown contact right away. Even later, it is easy to report and block suspicious contacts to keep your account secure. Silence unknown callers: Calls from unknown numbers can disrupt your day. WhatsApp lets you silence unknown callers, helping automatically prevent spam and scam calls. Only link devices from trusted sources: WhatsApp lets you link up to four devices to your primary phone for an uninterrupted chat experience. However, when linking your device to a desktop using a QR code, make sure you type in the URL web.whatsapp.com or have the official app (from whatsapp.com/download or the app store). You can also review your linked devices by going to Settings>Linked Devices and logging out any device you don’t recognise.Take the Privacy checkup: Not sure about which privacy settings to use? Take the privacy check up on your WhatsApp app to know more about features that can keep your conversations protected and enable the features you need, all in one place.
We can all agree that being outside is expensive. From commuting to swiping cards, and with the thought of debit alerts, your zeal to step out might fade away before you even make it out the door. But who says you always need to step outside to live your best life? You can thrive in the comfort of your own space while having fun, learning new things, and truly living your best life. Whether your excuse is bad weather, fear of debit alerts, or simply not wanting to put on pants, here are some tips to help you live your best life from the comfort of your home.Self-Care is the Best CarePractising self-care is a good headstart to living your best life from home and caring for yourself. Create a self-care routine that works for you. Whether it’s soaking in a warm bath, doing light yoga, or journaling, take time to recharge, reflect and pamper yourself. Try New HobbiesStaying in doesn’t mean staying still. Why not pick up a new hobby? Whether it’s painting, knitting, dancing, or even learning a new language, the possibilities are endless. The best part? You can learn all of it from the comfort of your home. It’s as simple as tuning in to music channels; Hip TV (GOtv Ch 22), Soundcity (GOtv Ch 21), and MTV Base (GOtv Ch 45) to elevate your dance moves. If learning a new language piques your interest, explore African Magic’s indigenous channels, available 24/7, featuring various movies and cultural activities. Check out AM Yoruba, AM Hausa, and AM Igbo (GOtv Channels 2, 3, and 4).Channel Your Inner ChefTasty meals are a great companion for staying indoors. You can channel your inner culinary skills and become a chef in your own space. If you’re looking to upgrade your cooking skills or need guidance and inspiration for new recipes, tune in to Tasty Cube Cooking Show every Saturday at 2:00 pm on Africa Magic Family (GOtv Ch. 7), Foodies and Spice every Sunday at 5:30 pm on Silverbird (GOtv Ch. 121) or Usekwu Igbo at 1:00 pm every Saturday on Wap TV (GOtv Ch. 129). Stream Your Heart OutWho needs the cinema when you’ve got endless entertainment at your fingertips? GOtv has you covered with loads of movie channels and live sports to cheer on your favourite teams, all from the comfort of your couch. Binge on your favourite shows on GOtv Stream. Get Lost in a Good Book Diving into a new world from your couch can be incredibly fulfilling. Whether you’re into thrillers or self-help, reading can help stimulate your imagination. And if reading isn’t your thing, audiobooks are a fantastic alternative – because sometimes you just want to listen while multitasking.Get Creative with DIY DIY projects are another fantastic way to have fun and explore while indoors. Gather some supplies and try your hand at a DIY project—whether it’s painting, making your own candles, or upcycling old clothes. It’s fun and therapeutic, and you’ll end up with something cool. Plus, imagine all the bragging rights when an ‘outsider’ asks, “Where did you get that?”. Living your best life from the comfort of your home is possible with GOtv. Subscribe now to access a wide range of exciting and entertaining programs every hour of the day. To upgrade, subscribe, or reconnect, simply download the MyGOtv app or dial *288#. You can also download the GOtv Stream App to watch your favourite shows on the go.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will aim to consolidate their lead in Group D of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, when they host the Mediterranean Knights of Libya, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Friday. In September, the Eagles defeated Benin Republic 3-0 in Uyo, followed by a goalless draw away to Rwanda. With four points from their first two matches, the Eagles sit top of the group, while the Knights are fourth with one point. A win against the Libyans will put the Eagles in command of the group with three matches to play. Watch the encounter live on SuperSport La Liga (DStv ch 204 and GOtv ch 62), at 5pm on Friday. Speaking ahead of the game, Libya head coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, said his team will be missing key players, which puts them at a huge disadvantage against a star-studded Super Eagles. “The challenge is not in facing Nigeria which has world-class attackers like Victor Osimhen, Boniface, Ademola Lookman, but also in influential absences in our squad which may hinder the team’s chances of achieving a positive result,” he said. In his media conference, Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen warned that the match won’t be a smooth sail, as Libya will aim to avoid defeat. “They will come here and fight. It’s going to be tough, but the boys are in good spirits. We will fight for the three points. We know how important it is to secure qualification as early as possible,” Eguavoen said. The match is the first of the doubleheaders between both sides. The Super Eagles will face Libya in the return leg on October 15. Stay connected to watch the Super Eagles, Premier League, Laliga, Serie A, and other European football competitions this season on DStv and GOtv. Simply dial *288# to renew or upgrade your subscription. You can also download the MyDstv or MyGOtv app for an easy self-service experience. Maximise your experience by downloading and linking your account to DStv or GOtv streaming app.
The 9th edition of Big Brother Naija, No Loose Guard, has ended. Luckily, fans of reality TV shows won’t be left idle or without premium entertainment. Here are some really good but hidden shows on GOtv this October.The Real Housewives of Potomac: This show takes viewers into the lives of several affluent women living in Potomac, Maryland, as they try to balance their busy schedules with their high-profile social lives. The cast includes Nigerian American political commentator and assistant professor, Wendy Onyinye Osefo; American television personality, singer, and actress, Candiace Dillard Bassett; American television personality and singer, Ashley Darby; and *Wolf Creek 2* actress and other top celebrities. Suppose you love original and fresh ideas, good stories revolving around conflicts, and unscripted real-life situations. In that case, you should tune in to E! Entertainment (ch. 36) every weekday from 12:35 PM on GOtv.Below Deck Mediterranean: What do you get when you mix the crew members of the Ionian Princess, a luxury yacht, and an elite clientele? You get one of the raunchiest, most chaotic reality TV shows. Watch how the crew deals with day-to-day challenges and personal affairs while providing top-notch service to their elite clients. This show is fun, unpredictable, and a must-watch. Catch Below Deck Mediterranean every weekday from 8:00 am and weekends from 10:00 am on E! Entertainment (ch. 36) on GOtv.Lovers of true crime dramas are also in for a treat with GOtv’s collection of true crime reality TV shows, including Murder Chose Me, featuring Detective Rod Demery; True Crime with Aphrodite Jones; Breaking Homicide, featuring Police Detective Derrick Levasseur and Forensic Psychologist Kris Mohandie, airing weekdays on Discovery ID (ch. 103) on GOtv.Other reality TV shows include Cheaters, a show that helps people investigate and find evidence of unfaithfulness between couples, and Relative Justice, a court-themed show that hears the cases of real people, real cases, and real families in crisis—all airing on CBS Reality (ch. 39) on GOtv.There is so much entertainment at your fingertips. Pay only ₦13,900 instead of ₦15,700 when you subscribe before November 10th, 2024. Download the MyGOtv app or dial *288# to subscribe and watch on the go with GOtv Stream.
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