Question

What is 'Messaging app protection' feature?

Answer

With Samsung Message Guard provided, it protects the phone from potential threats by blocking suspected images that may have malware in the Samsung and Google's basic Messages app.

When turning on the Auto Blocker', Samsung Message Guard applies 3rd party messaging apps as well including to the basic Samsung Messages app. KakaoTalk*, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Telegram are additionally included 3rd party messaging apps.

'Messaging app protection' feature is advanced function in Auto Blocker, it can be selectively turned On and Off while using Auto Blocker with turned on.

* From One UI 6.1.1, KakaoTalk is not supported in the Messaging app protection

* Some of specific option or availability may vary by model code, region or country, carrier and SW version.