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WhatsApp Context Cards show who added you to a group and if they are in your contacts Displays group creator, creation date, and group description Offers quick access to WhatsApp Safety Tools and the option to leave the group Aims to reduce unwanted or spam invitations by providing more information upfront WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature aimed at combating spam in group chats. The update, called Context Cards, provides users with information about group chat invites they receive. Will Cathcart, who heads WhatsApp at Meta, announced the feature through his official WhatsApp Channel. The rollout has begun and is expected to reach all users within weeks. How Context Cards Work Context Cards aim to help users decide which group invites are worth their time. By providing more information upfront, When users get an invite to join a new WhatsApp group, they'll now see a context card. “If you’re added to a group by someone you don’t know, you’ll now see a context card giving you more information about the group. This includes who added you, how recent the group was created, and who created it," WhatsApp has highlighted in its FAQ page. This card shows who added them and whether that person is in their contacts. It also displays who created the group and when, along with a description of the group. "This includes who added you, how recent the group was created, and who created it," WhatsApp said."From there, you can decide whether to stay or leave the group and review some of the safety tools available to stay safe and secure on WhatsApp," it added. "This update provides WhatsApp users with another layer of safety and security, building on existing features like silencing unknown callers, chat lock, in-app privacy check-up, and controlling who can add you to groups," the company stated. The card offers quick access to WhatsApp Safety Tools and an option to leave the group. Users can still report suspicious group invites using the usual method. Other WhatsApp Developments The company is working on expanding Meta AI's capabilities for WhatsApp. Meta has recently launched its AI support for WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook users in India. This free chatbot, based on Meta's Llama 3 model, can help with various tasks such as trip planning, recipe checking, and writing essays. The company is working on expanding Meta AI's capabilities for WhatsApp. They're testing features like photo editing and image description. The timeline for these new functions to become widely available is not yet known. Context Cards aim to help users decide which group invites are worth their time. By providing more information upfront, WhatsApp hopes to reduce unwanted or spam invitations. This card shows who added them and whether that person is in their contacts. This update is part of WhatsApp's ongoing efforts to improve user experience and safety on the platform. As group chats remain a key feature of the app, tools like Context Cards may help users manage their interactions more effectively. Post by @whatsapp View on Threads FAQs What are WhatsApp Context Cards? WhatsApp Context Cards provide detailed information about group chat invites, such as who added you, the group creator, creation date, and group description, helping you decide whether to join. How can Context Cards help reduce spam in WhatsApp group chats? By showing detailed information about the invite, Context Cards help users identify and avoid spam or unwanted group invitations. How do I access WhatsApp Safety Tools through Context Cards? Context Cards offer quick access to WhatsApp Safety Tools directly from the invite, allowing users to manage their safety settings and report suspicious activity. What other features are included in the latest WhatsApp update? Besides Context Cards, Meta has launched an AI support chatbot for WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook users in India, capable of assisting with tasks like trip planning and recipe checking. When will Context Cards be available to all WhatsApp users? The rollout of Context Cards has begun and is expected to reach all users within a few weeks, as announced by Will Cathcart, head of WhatsApp at Meta. Also Read: WhatsApp Chat Lock Feature: Making Your Most Intimate Conversation Even More Private: How to Use with Fingerprint, Password, Face ID/Touch ID Also Read: Meta Concerned About Telecommunications Bill 2023 Impact on India’s OTT Landscape Also Read: Meta Announces New Privacy Controls for EU Users: Unlinking Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp

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