WhatsApp Plus does not require rooting permissions to install or to work, making it more available to a wider range of Android users without compromising the integrity of an Android device. Unlike some kinds of modified apps which require rooting, WhatsApp Plus easily installs by allowing the settings in the device's security to install apps from unknown sources. This step bypasses root access and hence allows users to use its enhanced features without much hassle in setting it up.
It generally means root access provides deeper system modifications but normally violates device warranties, reduces its security, and even allows malware risks. Without the use of root access, WhatsApp Plus pleases users that enjoy making changes but do not want their phones to be in danger. However, Eva Galperin, a cybersecurity expert, pointed to the dangers of going around the stores: "Apps installed from third-party sources lack the security verification offered by Google Play, increasing potential vulnerabilities." And herein lies a very important aspect: since WhatsApp Plus needs to be installed from third-party sites, it will lack the protections provided by Google's Play Protect.
While WhatsApp Plus does not require root access, its unofficial status means it lacks even end-to-end encryption and many of the security measures that come with the official WhatsApp. Users who download the app for these added features, including theme customization, expanded file-sharing limits up to 50 MB, and enhanced privacy settings, need to know what to expect and what not to from this application. Conspicuously easy to install, it is all the more easy to put yourself at risk of data vulnerabilities with.
Without the need to root, access to this feature is more open for those interested in using WhatsApp Plus. A good thing, although users must understand that the nature of this app is unofficial, and steps must be taken to protect data from installations of third-party applications.