WhatsApp is free! But if you are not careful when using the messenger, you will quickly pay a few thousand euros. We’ll tell you which “cost traps in Messenger” are lurking.
Carelessness can cost you dearly on WhatsApp. (Source: Netzwelt)
- WhatsApp is free.
- Anyone who shares criminal content, however, must expect consequences.
- In addition, trick fraud in Messenger is on the rise. The criminals are also after your money.
In the early days, you had to pay a fee of around one euro to use WhatsApp. Messenger can now be used for free. Nevertheless, there are “cost traps” that can quickly cost you dearly.
For months, police departments nationwide have been reporting new attempts at fraud via the messenger. With the grandchild trick, cybercriminals were able to steal almost 5,000 euros from WhatsApp in the past few days alone.
You should also pay attention to what you share on WhatsApp. Messenger is not a legal vacuum. Especially with status reports, it is important to observe the law, otherwise you may face a fine.
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