WhatsApp working on automated restrictions that could reduce spam

WhatsApp, the popular and Meta-owned messaging app, is taking new steps to combat spam. The company is developing a feature that will temporarily restrict users from initiating new chats if they’re caught acting like spammers. This comes as WhatsApp continues to battle scammers who target unsuspecting users through phishing attacks and other deceptive tactics.While WhatsApp users can already block and report messages from unknown numbers, the new restriction feature is designed to be more proactive. It will rely on automated systems to detect spammy behavior, such as sending a large number of messages to users you don’t know. If you’re restricted, you’ll still be able to receive and respond to messages in existing chats, but you won’t be able to start new conversations.This is a temporary consequence, and the idea is to give users a chance to mend their ways before losing access to their WhatsApp account entirely. It’s also important to note that WhatsApp isn’t necessarily peeking into the content of your messages before restricting an account. Instead, they’re likely using sophisticated algorithms to identify red flags associated with spammers.