WhatsApp, owned by Facebook, has over 2 billion active users in India. It plans to release multi-device capabilities, Terms of Service, and other features soon.
Encryption protects users from hackers who try to read their conversations via the network, but hackers still receive the information they need from users.
WhatsApp verifies users’ phone numbers and gives a verification code through SMS. Many WhatsApp users receive fraudulent calls and messages from unscrupulous individuals acting as family or relatives in order to “hack” their accounts. They generally ask for a verification code and give reasons like “their phone network is down.” With just a six-digit number, the hacker gains access to their account.
Many people fall into this trap because they are unaware of how verification codes function, allowing the attacker to fully access their account. Once inside, the attacker can move your number (and all your groups) to another number and destroy your original account.
How to protect your WhatsApp account:
Step 1: 2 Step Verification Enabled.Â
The two-step verification protects WhatsApp users from hackers. The feature allows you to set a six-number PIN to unlock your account after receiving the SMS verification code. Even if the hacker gets your SMS code, they won’t be able to access your account without it.
In WhatsApp settings, select Account and then Two-Step Verification.
To activate the setting, enter a PIN. Re-enter the PIN to ensure it is right.
Step 2: WhatsApp will ask for your PIN several times to ensure you don’t forget it and get locked out of your account.
Verify your privacy settings.
Users should always double-check their settings to avoid being hacked.
Step 1: Go to WhatsApp Settings, Account, Privacy.
Step 2) Check Last Seen, About, Profile Photo, and Status. Make sure they are all set to “My contacts” so no one else can view them.
Then, using the in-chat option, report any messages from unknown senders asking for personal information.
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