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WhatsApp Use Tips: Beware! Do not make these mistakes if you fall prey to hackers while using WhatsApp
news18 | June 20, 2024 4:46 PM CST

The most popular instant messaging app in the world is the meta-owned WhatsApp. Starting from sending messages, various tasks can be done easily through this app. However, there is no option to send friend requests.
As a result, anyone in the contact list can find you on WhatsApp. As a result, it is often targeted by hackers. So to keep yourself safe there are a few things you should never do on WhatsApp. Let's take a look at them.
Unhide WhatsApp profile picture: Hide profile pictures from people who are not in the contact list. This can be done in the following ways.

1. First follow this step - Settings -> Privacy -> Profile Photo, 2. Now choose everyone, nobody or my contacts option.
Sharing or forwarding information you are unsure about Fake news spreads quickly. As a result, it is necessary to double-check the information due to sharing or forwarding something. Rely on reliable sources.
Don't Join Group Requests From Strangers: Be aware of which WhatsApp group you are joining. Such requests should not be accepted if they come from an unknown person or organization.
Don't add him to a group without someone's permission: The privacy of users in the contact list should be respected. So it is not right to add him to another group without someone's permission.
Forward messages related to good luck or bad luck: There are many messages where it is said to forward this message ten times to get good luck. Avoid such messages. These messages are very annoying and fill up the inbox.
Don't click on links from anonymous users: Don't fall into the trap of receiving a gift or winning a prize. Because you can be in danger if you click on such links.
Not enabling two-step verification of WhatsApp account: It is necessary to enable two-step verification of your WhatsApp account. Also, the software should be updated all the time. So it's an extra step to log into your account.
Not Download from Third Party App Store: WhatsApp should be downloaded from Google Play Store on Android phones and Apple App Store on iPhone. Downloading it from any other place will not work at all.
 


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