Produced by: Danny Dcruze Designed by: Manoj Kumar
WhatsApp is easily the most popular messaging platform in India. That popularity also makes it prone to scams. Here we try to list some of the most frequently reported WhatsApp scams in India that you should definitely be aware of.
Scammers pretend to be a close family member or friend with a new phone number, often asking for money to help with an emergency situation.
Victims receive a text message claiming to be from a legitimate company, with a link to claim a supposedly free gift card. In reality, the link leads to a malicious website.
Scammers send a QR code, asking you to scan the code to receive a prize. But, by following the scammer’s instructions, you may end up giving them sensitive information.
Scammers offer lucrative part-time job opportunities, often requiring victims to make initial investments with the promise of refunds or higher profits.
Scammers use WhatsApp’s new screen share feature to trick users into sharing sensitive information like OTPs. Users should avoid screen sharing with unknown contacts.