Forwarding a false message on WhatsApp can mislead your friends and family. They may be tricked into believing something that isn’t true.
We should always be careful not to share fake or misleading messages, but how can you tell if a message is false?Many fake messages don’t say who wrote the message. If we don’t know who wrote it, how can we trust it?Before you share2) Can I verify the claims?
Many fake messages don’t give sources for their claims, or use unreliable sources like hoax news sites. Some fakes say they come from a trusted source, such as a real news site — but they’re lying.Ask the sender if the same claim has been reported on any trusted news sites or other sources, and make sure these aren’t hoax sites. Even then, double-check the facts.Many fake messages try to make us scared or angry about something.
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