Ignore or join?
First, the latest WhatsApp chain letter sounds very harmless. He requires you to exchange #quarantine recipes, and of course you must forward the mail to dozens of people. But is this really dangerous? We will clean you up.
The new WhatsApp chain letter is traveling around. [Source: diego_cervo /depositphotos.com]
The chain letters on WhatsApp are currently experiencing a real boom. Understandably, because many people may use their free time to send a lot of text messages. WhatsApp chain letters are very correct, which may be dangerous again, and sometimes even bring entertainment.
But now a new WhatsApp chain letter appears, prompting you to participate in #quarantine recipe exchange. Of course, it can be properly forwarded to other contacts! The wording of the messages in the chain letter is as follows:
WhatsApp chain letter: #isolated recipe exchange
Recipe exchange
In the current crisis, many people have more time to try new things in the kitchen. Therefore, I invite you to join #quarantine recipe exchange. 🙂
Send the recipe to the person at the bottom of position 1. It should be fast, simple and not fancy.
After sending the recipe, copy Whatsapp to the new message. Now write my name in position 1 and your name in position 2. Then send this Whatsapp to about 20 people.
The place to get recipes from is exciting. Have fun and good luck!
At first the news sounded good. In addition, there are no dangerous links, downloads or images may damage your phone. Therefore, in this case, you are safe. However, security still needs to be considered here.
Message prompts for name
However, if you should enter your real name in the message before forwarding it, it will become difficult. Chain letter requires you to do so. Finally, your phone number will be displayed when you send it. If you are unlucky, your real name and related mobile phone number may fall into the wrong hands. Therefore, you should handle this message carefully.
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As we all know, not all chain letters have good uses. After all, WhatsApp now integrates a feature that can protect you from fraudulent messages and chain letters. If you are unsure, it is also worth checking out our fraud warning overview. Here, we can keep you up to date with the latest scams on the Internet.
