Simple Tricks to Stop WhatsApp Calls When You Need Some Peace
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Jakarta, VIVA – WhatsApp is much more than a messaging app. Users can send text messages, make voice and video calls, share media files, and post statuses that disappear after 24 hours, similar to Instagram Stories.
WhatsApp’s extensive range of features makes it a versatile platform that millions of people rely on daily.
Despite the rise of alternative messaging platforms like Telegram, Signal, and Viber, WhatsApp remains the go-to app for many users. The key reason is simple: it’s where most people are.
However, one downside of WhatsApp’s widespread adoption is the increasing issue of spam and unsolicited messages or understand with users that need some peace.
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Spam messages on the platform can be irritating, and while they are generally easy to block, a more persistent issue that users face is receiving unwanted calls from unknown numbers, as quoted from Gizchina site.
Spam on WhatsApp typically comes in the form of messages from unknown or suspicious numbers. These can range from advertisements to scams. Blocking these accounts is a straightforward solution.
But WhatsApp spam doesn’t stop with messages; unwanted voice and video calls from unknown numbers are increasingly becoming a problem.
Imagine this: you’re in the middle of something important, and suddenly, your phone rings with a WhatsApp call from an unfamiliar number.
Often, these numbers come with international prefixes, making it even more unsettling. It’s not always easy to discern the intent behind these calls, and many users, prefer not to answer.
While spam messages can be blocked and ignored with relative ease, calls from unknown numbers are far more intrusive.
There’s the constant worry that answering these calls could expose you to scams, or at the very least, make you more vulnerable to future harassment.
Even if you choose not to answer, the repeated calls can be disruptive, especially when they come in rapid succession.
Personally, I’ve encountered this issue more times than I’d like. It’s frustrating and creates a feeling of unease, especially when the calls originate from numbers outside your country.
Fortunately, WhatsApp has developed a feature to address this issue: the ability to silence calls from unknown numbers.
This setting is easy to activate and can make a significant difference for those of us who frequently receive these types of calls.
To activate this feature, follow these steps:
• Open WhatsApp and navigate to the Settings menu.
• Go to Privacy.
• Select Calls.
• Find the option labeled Silence Calls from Unknown Numbers and toggle it on.
Once activated, WhatsApp will automatically silence any incoming calls from numbers that are not saved in your contacts.
The calls will still be logged in your call history and displayed in your notifications, so you can see who attempted to reach you.
However, the app won’t ring, preventing you from being disturbed. This is an extremely useful feature for anyone who deals with frequent calls from unknown numbers.
Whether these are spam calls or just people trying to reach you without prior contact, this feature provides peace of mind and ensures that you’re not unnecessarily interrupted.
