Recently, WhatsApp added a useful feature for all its users. Meta has introduced a new feature on its platform that allows you to mute unknown callers. The feature is designed to protect users from unknown callers.
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The Silence Unknown Callers was created to improve your privacy and give you better control over calls you receive from unknown numbers. Its main function is to automatically filter messages, calls, and unwanted scam attempts from unknown contacts to protect your account. When enabled, these types of calls will not bother you with ringing notifications. Instead, they will be recorded in your call log, allowing you to check them later if they are from an important person.
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To mute unknown callers on WhatsApp, follow these steps. Take advantage of this new and useful WhatsApp feature.
Steps
- Open WhatsApp on your smartphone
- Now go to the Settings
- Note: To access the Settings menu on Android, tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right. On iOS, you'll find the Settings icon in the bottom left corner.
- After that, tap on the “Privacy” option.
- Now tap on the "calls" options and then select "Mute unknown callers".
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The feature effectively disables incoming calls from unknown numbers. Therefore, we recommend that you block and report the caller in case you receive calls from unknown or unwanted numbers.
