How to set the privacy of your Zalo account

When using any chat application, ensuring privacy is crucial for safeguarding personal information. Zalo provides various customization options to enhance your privacy.

So, what are the specific privacy settings you can adjust? Please refer to the following article from Download.com.vn to optimize your Zalo account settings:

7 Ways to Set Privacy Mode for Your Zalo Account

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1. Turn Off Notifications for Messages Viewed

By default, when you read a message, your friends will see the text "Viewed". To avoid any uncomfortable situations, it's advisable to turn this feature off. Here’s how:

Go to the Menu.
Click on the gear icon in the bottom right corner.
Select Messages and notifications.
Turn off the "View" status.

Turn off message seen notifications

2. Set Your Privacy Settings

To avoid being harassed by strangers, customize your account privacy:

Open the Menu and click on the lock icon in the bottom left corner.
Adjust the following settings:

Receive messages from strangers: Disable this option to prevent messages from unknown users.
Allow strangers to comment: Turn this off to block strangers from commenting on your posts.
Show photos to strangers: Disable this feature to keep your photos private.

Set privacy settings

3. Block Friends from Viewing Your Diary

If you want to share your Zalo diary but don’t wish certain friends to see it, you can block specific individuals:

To do this:

Find the person's profile page.
Click on the 3 dashes icon in the top right corner.
Enable Block viewing diary for that individual.

Block friends from viewing diary

4. Set Log View Permissions

Zalo allows users to define who can view their logs:

To set permissions:

Click on the drop-down arrow next to Permissions view.
Choose from the following options:

Permission	Description
Public	All friends on Zalo can view, except those on your blocked list.
Myself	Only the person who posted can see it.
My friends choose	Select specific friends allowed to see the logs.
Friends in group	Allow only selected group members to view the diary.

Set log view permissions

5. Set a Lock Code on Zalo

Zalo provides a lock feature to enhance privacy. To set up the lock:

Access the Menu, then click on the padlock icon in the bottom left corner.
Scroll down and select Lock Zalo.
Enable the lock and enter a custom 4-digit password.

Set a lock code on Zalo

6. Make Friends Using QR Codes

If you want to add friends without sharing your phone number, utilize QR Codes:

Navigate to your Profile page.
Click on the Custom Menu at the top right and select My QR Code.
Send your QR code to potential friends.

Make friends using QR codes

7. Delete Location History on Zalo

The Find Around feature enables users to locate friends nearby. However, it is essential to clear your location after using this feature:

Go to the Menu and click on Find Around.
Select Delete Location to maintain privacy.
Confirm by clicking Yes in the confirmation dialog.

Delete location history on Zalo

Video Tutorial on Setting Up Privacy for Zalo Account

We hope this article helps you secure your information and utilize Zalo more effectively. Additionally, if you're using Viber, you can encrypt messages to protect your chats further.

(25) Comments

Mèo con - 02/21/2025 13:08

Great article on Zalo privacy! Do you think there are any risks still if we adjust these settings?
Chris24 - 02/24/2025 21:25

Just to confirm, are these settings applied across all devices we log in from
Felix 101 - 02/27/2025 16:56

This post really opened my eyes! I thought I was safe enough, but I need to check my settings again
Linda Q. - 03/02/2025 19:44

Are there any tips for making friends on Zalo while keeping my privacy intact
Quang vn - 03/03/2025 07:57

Finally! A straightforward guide on Zalo privacy. It's crucial to manage our online presence
Samantha B. - 03/03/2025 18:36

I just learned about the visibility settings. I always thought my account was private
Linh mèo - 03/04/2025 00:18

Wow, I just set my privacy settings after reading this. It feels good to have more control over my account
Ricky the Kid - 03/06/2025 14:19

LOL, I had no idea I was sharing so much info. This is a game changer for me
Andy the Cat - 03/07/2025 13:28

LOL, I didn't even realize I was so exposed on Zalo! Time to change that
Duy Sinh 6789 - 03/09/2025 01:34

Awesome post! I’m going to adjust my Zalo settings and check for updates regularly.
John Doe - 03/09/2025 06:26

This is such a helpful guide! I never knew how to adjust my Zalo privacy settings. Thanks for sharing
Hà Thủy - 03/09/2025 13:49

I appreciate the step-by-step breakdown. I might have missed some settings without this!
Thành 123 - 03/09/2025 14:45

What’s the best way to manage contacts on Zalo? Should we be concerned about them seeing our info
Nicole G. - 03/12/2025 00:07

This really helped me understand how Zalo works. Thanks for providing such useful info!
Helen W. - 03/12/2025 04:06

Do we have to repeat these settings if Zalo updates? Or are they permanent
Thùy Linh - 03/12/2025 14:29

Thank you for the tips! I always worry about online privacy, especially with messaging apps like Zalo.
Michael T. - 03/12/2025 21:09

I've heard Zalo is popular, but is it secure enough for sensitive conversations?
Khanh IT - 03/15/2025 21:51

I’m curious about how accurate these settings are. Can someone give feedback based on experience
Emily97 - 03/17/2025 12:47

Just went through the steps and I feel much safer now. Thanks for the guidance
Jason L. - 03/20/2025 15:35

Great info! I also think it’s important to review privacy settings regularly
Phúc IT - 03/22/2025 21:42

I appreciate your detailed steps. Settings can be so confusing sometimes!
Sarah K - 03/23/2025 21:10

I love how easy you made it to understand! I’m definitely sharing this with my friends
Jenna P. - 03/24/2025 09:23

Thanks for the clarity on Zalo privacy! I’m definitely taking these steps now
Hương Đà Nẵng - 03/30/2025 06:07

Can someone explain why privacy is so important on apps like Zalo? I’m still a bit confused
Huyền Lizzie - 03/31/2025 21:04

I wish I had known this earlier! I have been worried about who can see my messages.

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