GB WhatsApp is a popular unofficial mod of the WhatsApp Messenger, designed to offer enhanced customization, privacy, and functionality that the standard app doesn’t provide. While it shares the core features of WhatsApp, GB WhatsApp includes a wide range of settings that can be overwhelming for beginners.
Important Note
Before diving in, it’s crucial to understand that GB WhatsApp is not an official app and is not available on the Google Play Store. Using it comes with risks, including potential bans from WhatsApp, lack of official support.
Proceed with caution and ensure you download GB WhatsApp from a reliable source if you choose to use it.
Accessing GB WhatsApp Settings
To access GB WhatsApp's custom settings:
- Open GB WhatsApp.
- Tap the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
- Select GB Settings.
- This section contains all the additional features not found in the standard WhatsApp app.
Privacy Settings
GB WhatsApp gives you enhanced privacy control. Under GB Settings > Privacy, you’ll find:
- Freeze Last Seen: Stops updating your last seen for others, but lets you see theirs.
- Hide View Status: Lets you view others’ statuses without notifying them.
- Anti-Delete Messages: Prevents others from deleting messages for you.
- Anti-Delete Status: Lets you see statuses that others have deleted.
- Hide Blue Ticks: Stops others from knowing you’ve read their messages.
- Hide Second Tick: Hides message delivery tick (as if you’re offline).
- Hide Typing/Recording: Conceals typing or voice recording indicators.
These features offer greater control over how you interact with others and how much of your activity is visible.
Themes and Customization
One of GB WhatsApp’s most popular features is its ability to change themes.
- Navigate to: GB Settings > Themes
- Download Themes: Access a library of thousands of free themes.
- Load Theme: Apply a saved or downloaded theme.
- Backup/Restore Theme: Save your current UI look or revert to a previous one.
- You can also tweak individual UI elements under GB Settings > Universal > Colors/Styles to change font styles, icons, and notification settings.
Media Sharing Options
GB WhatsApp improves media sharing:
- Send up to 100 images at once
- Send video files up to 50MB or more
- Increase audio file size limits
- Send full-resolution images and videos without compression
These options are found under:
GB Settings > Media Sharing
Security Features
GB WhatsApp includes built-in security tools:
App Lock: Lock GB WhatsApp with a pattern, PIN, or fingerprint.
Hide Chats: Hide specific chats and access them via a custom PIN.
Security Questions: Add extra protection to locked content.
Go to: GB Settings > Lock
Backup and Restore
While GB WhatsApp can back up chats locally, it does not support Google Drive backup like official WhatsApp. You can:
Backup Chats: From GB Settings > Universal > Backup and Restore.
Use local storage or transfer files manually to a new device.
Updates and Version Info
To stay updated and avoid bugs or outdated features:
- Go to GB Settings > Update
- Tap Check for Updates
- Download the latest version from the official website.
Other Unique Features
Auto Reply Messages: Set up auto-responses.
DND Mode: Disable internet access for GB WhatsApp only.
Message Scheduler: Send messages at a later time automatically.
These are available under:
GB Settings > Auto Reply / Scheduler / DND Mode
Final Thoughts
GB WhatsApp offers an impressive array of features for those who want more control, customization, and privacy than standard WhatsApp provides. However, it’s important to weigh the benefits against the risks, including the possibility of being banned or having data exposed due to the lack of official encryption and support.
If you decide to use GB WhatsApp, use it responsibly, update it regularly, and avoid sharing sensitive information.
Disclaimer: GB WhatsApp is a third-party application not affiliated with WhatsApp. Use it at your own risk.
