Scam-proof your digital experience: Top safety features you need to know

In today’s digital age, scams are a constant threat to our online safety. As we increasingly rely on online platforms to manage our lives it's essential to have control over who can contact us, access our information, and interact with us online.

Here are 4 features on WhatsApp designed to safeguard your privacy and keep your digital life secure and private:

Two-Step Verification

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. View our latest video here.

It's like having a second lock on your door – scammers can't get in even if your SIM card or phone gets compromised. 

Block and report unwanted contacts

On WhatsApp, you can block accounts with ease and report any spammy or suspicious messages. If you receive a message from an unknown sender, WhatsApp provides users the option to block them, with additional details such as groups in common, along with safety tools if you need to take action.

Plus, if you need to keep evidence of those pesky messages, WhatsApp gives you an option to save them on your phone - just in case you need to share them with the authorities. 

Meta Verified

A verified badge helps customers recognize trusted businesses on WhatsApp so that users are confident that they chatting with the right business. Verified business accounts have been authenticated using a multi-step verification process to help you know that the businesses you interact with and message with are legitimate. Don't trust, verify!

Silence Unknown Callers

The feature is designed to give you more privacy and control of your incoming calls. It helps to automatically screen out spam, scams and calls from unknown people for increased protection. Sneaky unknown callers don't stand a chance - they'll be silently sent to the Call list, where you can deal with them on your terms. Say goodbye to those pesky calls!

With these features, you can block and report unwanted interactions, double down on account security with two-step verification, verify a business with Meta Verified, and silence unknown callers. It's like having a personal bodyguard for your online presence.