WhatsApp is introducing a new security feature that will help users spot potential scams when they are being added to a group chat by someone not in their contact list.

This feature displays a "safety overview" context card that includes information about the group's creation date, the number of members, potential scam attempts, and instructions on how to control who can add you to WhatsApp groups.

"It will include key information about the group and tips to stay safe. From there, you can exit the group without ever having to look at the chat," the company said .

"And if you think you might recognize the group after seeing the safety overview, you can choose to see the chat for more context. Regardless, notifications from the group will be silenced until you mark that you want to stay

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