I've come across a lot of mixed opinions about WhatsApp's privacy on iOS, particularly regarding its 'View Once' feature. Some say that it's possible to recover those photos or videos, while others strongly insist it's impossible. I'm looking at a scenario where there are absolutely no backups, the content wasn't recorded, WhatsApp Web wasn't involved, and there's no malware or modified apps at play. In that context, could past data somehow be accessed, especially if someone wanted to misuse it, like for blackmail? I want to get a clear picture of the real limitations of WhatsApp's ephemeral features and what's genuinely feasible here. Any tech-savvy folks who can shed light on this would be really appreciated!
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Yeah, it's true that modded apps can manipulate the 'View Once' feature, allowing users to turn those temporary messages into permanent ones without any notice on your end. If someone has two phones, they could even take a picture of the message on one phone using the other. Basically, never send anything that you wouldn’t want someone else to see because these workarounds can pose a real risk.
Exactly, you can also use a rooted phone or a modded WhatsApp version to bypass those restrictions. If someone is tech-savvy enough, they might easily find ways to capture what was supposed to be ephemeral. Your best bet is to be cautious about what you share!
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