A scammer sends a message pretending to be a friend or family member. They say they accidentally sent a verification code to your phone and ask you to share it. If you share the code, the attacker logs into your WhatsApp account and takes control of it. They may then send messages to your contacts asking for money.
WhatsApp is used by billions of people around the world. Families, students, teachers and businesses all communicate through this app every day. But many users do not understand the privacy risks associated with WhatsApp. If privacy settings are not configured properly, strangers may see your information, scammers may target you, and hackers may attempt to take control of your account.
⚠ Never share your WhatsApp verification code or OTP with anyone. Even WhatsApp support will never ask for it.
Real WhatsApp Scam Example
WhatsApp धोखाधड़ी का उदाहरण
Watch: How WhatsApp Scams Work
वीडियो: WhatsApp धोखाधड़ी कैसे होती है
Important WhatsApp Privacy Settings
महत्वपूर्ण WhatsApp प्राइवेसी सेटिंग्स
These privacy settings help protect your personal information from strangers.
- Enable Two-Step Verification
- Set Last Seen visibility to Contacts Only
- Hide profile photo from unknown users
- Turn off read receipts if needed
- Block unknown numbers
- Review group privacy settings
Protecting Children on WhatsApp
बच्चों को WhatsApp पर सुरक्षित कैसे रखें
Parents should guide children about safe communication on WhatsApp. Children should not share personal information, location, or school details with strangers.
If Your WhatsApp Account Is Hacked
अगर आपका WhatsApp अकाउंट हैक हो जाए
If someone takes control of your account, immediately try logging in again with your phone number. This will send a new verification code and remove the attacker. If two-step verification is enabled by the attacker, contact WhatsApp support immediately.
Quick Safety Checklist
सुरक्षा चेकलिस्ट
- Never share OTP
- Enable two-step verification
- Do not click unknown links
- Block suspicious contacts
- Educate family members about scams