WhatsApp Rolls Out Anti-Scam Features to Boost User Safety
WhatsApp unveils new anti-scam features to detect suspicious chats and protect users from fraud.
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WhatsApp Rolls Out Anti-Scam Features to Boost User Safety WhatsApp’s New Anti-Scam Features: What Users Need to Know Staying safe online is more important than ever, and many users want to know how WhatsApp is helping protect them from fraud. With scams on the rise across digital platforms, WhatsApp has introduced new anti-scam features that improve user safety by making it easier to spot suspicious activity. These updates, revealed in August 2025, aim to help users make informed decisions about who they interact with—especially when added to unfamiliar group chats. WhatsApp’s latest security measures are part of an ongoing effort to keep users safe from online fraud and prevent their platform from being exploited by criminal networks. The app has also taken action behind the scenes, removing over 6.8 million accounts connected to scam centers worldwide. Image Credits:Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto / Getty Images Group Chats Get Smarter with WhatsApp Anti-Scam Features A key area targeted by WhatsApp’s anti-scam features is group chats, where unsuspect…