New Delhi: WhatsApp has asked users to block and report suspicious calls and messages from unknown international or domestic phone numbers, the advice coming at a time when many customers of the popular messaging app are receiving unwanted calls from different countries.
“Blocking and reporting suspicious messages/calls is an important step to effectively combat scams and when users receive calls from unknown international or domestic phone numbers, WhatsApp identifies suspicious accounts,” the company said in a statement. Provides a convenient way to block and report.”
It added that users should report the accounts to WhatsApp so that the company can take necessary action against them and ban them from the platform. “Users can also use our privacy controls to control who can see their personal details and their online presence. Keeping your personal details visible to only your contacts can help protect your account from bad actors.” can be found.”
The company said that reporting suspicious messages is an important step to effectively combat scams. “If the message is from an unknown person asking for unusual information or with a strange request, contact the organization or individual directly for clarification and, in the meantime, avoid sending any money or sharing any personal information. Traditional SMS or other Unlike platforms, WhatsApp gives you the option to block and report the sender immediately to break the cycle of scams. Users can also receive calls from unknown international or domestic phone numbers, don’t answer these calls and set up such accounts. Block and report.”
The company said it is raising awareness of its product features and tools through a safety campaign that can help users stay safe from online scams and fraud. “While scammers may be convincing and persistent, it is important for consumers to remain vigilant.”
It states that users should not share their personal information with anyone. “We transact within the online world every day and thus it is essential to protect our personal information and privacy while using the Internet. Sensitive information such as your address, phone number, password, credit/debit card number and bank account information Avoid sharing information.”
Additionally, it was advised that users should think before acting in order to stay safe. “Scammers often create a false sense of urgency, tricking vulnerable individuals into giving up sensitive information. They also use mistaken identity (Pretending to be a person or organization you can trust) and often send fake phishing links. When you receive a text or request that seems suspicious, don’t act immediately. Stop and take a five before responding, think about whether this is an unusual request, and avoid clicking suspicious, unverified links,” the company said.
“Blocking and reporting suspicious messages/calls is an important step to effectively combat scams and when users receive calls from unknown international or domestic phone numbers, WhatsApp identifies suspicious accounts,” the company said in a statement. Provides a convenient way to block and report.”
It added that users should report the accounts to WhatsApp so that the company can take necessary action against them and ban them from the platform. “Users can also use our privacy controls to control who can see their personal details and their online presence. Keeping your personal details visible to only your contacts can help protect your account from bad actors.” can be found.”
The company said that reporting suspicious messages is an important step to effectively combat scams. “If the message is from an unknown person asking for unusual information or with a strange request, contact the organization or individual directly for clarification and, in the meantime, avoid sending any money or sharing any personal information. Traditional SMS or other Unlike platforms, WhatsApp gives you the option to block and report the sender immediately to break the cycle of scams. Users can also receive calls from unknown international or domestic phone numbers, don’t answer these calls and set up such accounts. Block and report.”
The company said it is raising awareness of its product features and tools through a safety campaign that can help users stay safe from online scams and fraud. “While scammers may be convincing and persistent, it is important for consumers to remain vigilant.”
It states that users should not share their personal information with anyone. “We transact within the online world every day and thus it is essential to protect our personal information and privacy while using the Internet. Sensitive information such as your address, phone number, password, credit/debit card number and bank account information Avoid sharing information.”
Additionally, it was advised that users should think before acting in order to stay safe. “Scammers often create a false sense of urgency, tricking vulnerable individuals into giving up sensitive information. They also use mistaken identity (Pretending to be a person or organization you can trust) and often send fake phishing links. When you receive a text or request that seems suspicious, don’t act immediately. Stop and take a five before responding, think about whether this is an unusual request, and avoid clicking suspicious, unverified links,” the company said.