WhatsApp Introduces Warning Screen for Unknown Contacts to Combat Scams

WhatsApp is implementing a new feature on Android and iOS that displays a warning screen before users can open chats with unfamiliar phone numbers. This initiative aims to help users identify potential scammers by checking the phone number's trustworthiness. The warning screen will indicate the country of the number, whether it is saved in the user's contacts, and if any groups are shared with the user. Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, hopes this feature will reduce the risk of scams and enhance user security. The rollout is part of WhatsApp's ongoing efforts to improve user safety in messaging. The feature is expected to be available to all users shortly.

Key Points: • WhatsApp is rolling out a warning screen for chats with unknown phone numbers. • The feature checks the trustworthiness of the number before a chat is opened. • Users will see details about the number's country, contact status, and shared groups.