WhatsApp is being used on a large scale today. People are using WhatsApp for everything from office to personal work. Meanwhile, hackers are also actively who are hacking people's WhatsApp. Today we will tell you some things by which you can know whether your account has been hacked or not.
Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Linked Devices (earlier WhatsApp Web). If an unknown device is seen logged in, immediately choose the option of Log Out from all devices. Strange links or messages are being sent to your friends or contacts, about which you are not aware. Unknown messages or files may appear in the chat. If you get an OTP (One-Time Password) for WhatsApp login without any attempt, it may be a sign that someone is trying to access your account.
If your WhatsApp suddenly logs out and OTP is being asked to log in again, it may be a sign of account hacking. WhatsApp's privacy settings (Settings > Privacy). If your profile picture, last seen, or status settings have been changed, and you haven't done so, this could be a potential threat.
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