WhatsApp BANNED 26 Lakh 'bad accounts' this year. Read Details
The platform banned over 23 lakh bad accounts in India in August. Under the upgraded IT Rules 2021, major digital and social media platforms, with in excess of five million users, have to publish monthly compliance reports.
Nov 01, 2022, 23:40 PM IST
Want to use two WhatsApp accounts on one smartphone? Here's how to do it
Many Android phone makers allow customers to use WhatsApp on both phone numbers on the same device.
Feb 04, 2022, 09:36 AM IST
Want to register your WhatsApp account? Here’s how to do it via a missed call
You will be asked to input a 6-digit registration code issued to you through SMS or phone call to confirm that you possess the phone number.
Dec 05, 2021, 10:29 AM IST
Here’s how to temporarily deactivate WhatsApp account
WhatsApp has recently garnered eyeballs due to its implementation of controversial privacy policies which revealed the kind of data the platform collects and shares with its parent company Facebook. The policy has come into effect since May 15.
Jun 14, 2021, 16:12 PM IST
Can a WhatsApp account be deleted after 45 or 120 days of inactivity?
If you open the Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs) section, WhatsApp has clearly mentioned that to maintain security, limit data retention, and protect the privacy of our users, WhatsApp accounts are generally deleted after 120 days of inactivity.
Jun 04, 2021, 17:27 PM IST
Beware! A WhatsApp flaw can suspend your account
Discovered by Security researchers Luis Márquez Carpintero and Ernesto Canales Pereña found out that this attack is done by hackers to steal personal details and lock you out of the account. After you are locked out, it becomes really difficult to get back access to your account.
Apr 13, 2021, 17:09 PM IST
Lost your phone? Here’s how you can still use your WhatsApp account
Popular messaging platform WhatsApp is one of the most used platforms to communicate in India and it only works when the user’s device is connected to the internet. What if someone loses his/her device and is unable to access their WhatsApp account, it is advisable to ensure that a stranger should not get access to a WhatsApp account.
Apr 10, 2021, 13:34 PM IST
Planning to delete your WhatsApp account? Here’s how to download all the data
When you delete a WhatsApp account, all the photos, videos, chats, and other data will be permanently removed from the platform. Over the years, WhatsApp has revealed several features which include the ability to archive chats, mute groups, and even star important messages.
Feb 26, 2021, 16:40 PM IST
Want to chat with yourself on WhatsApp? Here are the steps to follow
Over the years, WhatsApp has revealed several features which include the ability to archive chats, mute groups, and even star important messages. Being able to add notes to self takes the app one step further and makes it even more useful.
Feb 22, 2021, 18:19 PM IST
Beware! Hackers waiting to log into your WhatsApp account: Here’s how to keep it safe
Whenever a user logs in to a WhatsApp account on a new device, WhatsApp sends a verification SMS to your registered phone number and if a fraudster has your phone in his hand and has set the setting to show the Preview of SMS on the lock screen, then you may be in great danger.
Feb 22, 2021, 17:39 PM IST
Here's how you can restore WhatsApp account in case you lose your phone
Losing a smartphone in today’s day and age is nothing less than a nightmare for any of us.
Feb 27, 2018, 00:28 AM IST
Has somebody blocked you on WhatsApp? Know how to unblock yourself
Follow a few simple steps and unblock yourself on your friend's WhatsApp.
Aug 22, 2016, 13:06 PM IST
Wow! Use two WhatsApp accounts at the same time on your Android phone
Yes! You can have two WhatsApp accounts with two different mobile phone numbers on the same phone.
Jul 10, 2016, 18:31 PM IST
