
Instant messaging app WhatsApp is constantly bringing new updates. Now news is coming out that the app is testing a security feature to further improve the security of its users, which will get you rid of unknown calls and messages.
Let us tell you that for the last few years we have been seeing fake messages and calls on WhatsApp, from which the app is now planning to get you rid of. This feature can prove to be very useful from the point of view of user privacy. Let us know in detail about this new feature of WhatsApp.
When will the new feature be availableThis feature is first available for WhatsApp beta testers and soon information is also coming out that it will be rolled out for everyone. This feature has been spotted in the WABetainfo update. At the same time, it has also been said that two new features will be added with this feature.
Will block bots and spam accountsAccording to the report, WhatsApp will not block all unknown calls and messages, but this feature will identify bots and spam accounts and block them. In simple words, this app will block those messages and calls which are not in your contact list and are continuously sending you messages in a short time.
How to use WhatsApp's new feature- First of all open your WhatsApp.
- Now click on the three dot menu visible on WhatsApp.
- Click on the Privacy option visible here.
- After this, tap on the Advanced option. Enable
- 'Block Unknown Account Messages' from here.
Let us tell you that for some time now, questions are being raised about the privacy of WhatsApp and international fake call was also the reason for controversy. Due to this, this platform is paying more attention to security and adding new features.