Are you tired of being added to random WhatsApp groups without your permission? Spammy group invites can be a hassle, but there's an easy way to prevent them by adjusting your WhatsApp settings.
Also, if you've been receiving calls from unknown numbers, often at odd times and from other countries, WhatsApp has a feature to help. You can now automatically silence all calls from numbers that aren't in your contacts. These calls won't disturb you, but you'll still see a notification and the call will be logged in your history.
The instructions below are for WhatsApp on iOS, but Android users can follow similar steps with slight differences.
Once set, you'll still receive group invites via direct messages, but now you'll have the power to decide whether or not to join. These invites expire after 72 hours if you don't accept them.
Note: Group privacy settings can only be updated from the mobile app. However, once adjusted, these settings will apply to both WhatsApp Web and Desktop.
How to Silence Spam Calls on WhatsApp
Related: Control your privacy: Use 'Secret Codes' to make your conversations more private on WhatsApp.
While WhatsApp makes it easy to connect, a few simple precautions can help you avoid spam:
Related: How scammers gain access and hack your WhatsApp account and what you can do to protect yourself.
4. If you're added to a spam group by mistake, you can leave it and report it. Simply go to the group info, select Report Group, then Exit Group.
Related: The 7 most common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them.
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Cristina is a freelance writer and a mother of two living in Denmark. Her 15 years experience in communication includes developing content for tv, online, mobile apps, and a chatbot.
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