WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform owned by Meta, has launched a new feature aimed at making group chats more secure.
This feature, called “context cards”, is designed to prevent strangers from adding users to groups, thus solving the prevalent problem of online group fraud.
The rollout of contextual cards has already begun globally and is expected to be available to all users in the coming weeks, according to a WhatsApp press release.
The context card feature provides additional information when users receive group invitations from contacts not stored on their phone. The card contains details such as the date the group was created, a brief description of its purpose, and information about the group creator. This added context allows users to make more informed decisions about joining unfamiliar groups.
Although the information provided by context cards may seem minimal, their goal is to provide users with enough information to decide whether or not to accept a group invitation. Additionally, users can report, block, or leave groups if they are unsure of the legitimacy of an invitation.
WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart announced the new feature on his channel within the app, highlighting its role in protecting users from widespread online group fraud.
