WhatsApp has recently launched a Security Center for its users worldwide. This resource page provides information on safety measures and product features that can help protect users from unwanted contact and spam messages.
The Security Center on WhatsApp will be accessible in English and ten Indian languages, including Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu.
With the Security Center, WhatsApp aims to inform users about the various privacy settings available on the app and provides tips on how to gain more control over their accounts. Some features covered include two-step verification, scams, and group controls.
The Security Center page comes after users reported receiving spam calls from unknown foreign numbers.
WhatsApp users in India receive calls and messages from international numbers
Recently, WhatsApp users in India have been experiencing a surge of anonymous calls and messages from international numbers. Some users have also reported receiving job offers from unknown numbers, which unfortunately led to some of them losing money.
The IT minister, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, announced that the ministry would send a notice to Meta regarding this issue.
In response to the minister’s concern, WhatsApp acknowledged the increase in international scam calls and said that it has improved its AI and ML systems to identify and reduce fraudulent incidents quickly, which expects to reduce the rate of fraudulent calls by at least 50%.
A WhatsApp spokesperson emphasised that the company values users’ privacy and security and fully supports the government’s efforts to ensure their safety.
WhatsApp requested that users block and report suspicious accounts if any such call or message is received from international numbers or anyone unknown.
WhatsApp has been raising awareness among its users about its security features, and how users can use them to avoid spam calls and messages. WhatsApp recently started the “Stay Safe with WhatsApp” campaign in India, which aimed to educate users about the platform’s various safety features, such as Two-Step Verification, Block and Report, and Privacy controls.
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