WhatsApp users: Not following these 8 tips can prove to be ‘dangerous'
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- 30 Sep 2022
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WhatsApp is the most popular instant messaging platform. It is used by most of us for both personal and official communication. The popularity of the medium has also made it attractive for criminals who use the medium to dupe innocent people. This includes sharing phishing links that can steal money from your bank account; your personal credentials or more. The platform is also used to spread fake information and more. On its part, WhatsApp has introduced features that empower users to safeguard themselves on the platform. Here are some WhatsApp basics that users should follow:
Use ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature where required
With features like ‘Disappearing Messages’ where new messages sent in the individual or group chat disappear depending on the duration users select and ‘View Once’ which enables users to send photos and videos that disappear from the chat after they’ve been opened. WhatsApp has also disabled the screenshot option on such messages, this means that the recipient cannot take screenshots of such messages.
Use Two-step verification for your account
WhatsApp allows users to add an extra layer of security to their account by enabling the two-step verification feature, which requires a six-digit PIN when resetting and verifying your WhatsApp account. This is helpful in case a SIM card gets stolen or if the phone is compromised. Read More...
