WhatsApp Will Now Warn Users Against Screen-Sharing Bank Details

Meta is rolling out a new security feature on WhatsApp to help users, especially older adults, avoid scams that trick them into revealing sensitive banking details. The update adds a warning prompt when users attempt to share their screens during calls with unknown contacts.

WhatsApp Adds Screen-Sharing Warnings to Prevent Scams

Scammers have been using WhatsApp’s screen-sharing feature to trick victims into revealing private information such as bank details, passwords, and verification codes. These scams often involve imposters pretending to be from customer support or service centers, asking users to share their screen for “verification.” Once shared, the attacker can view incoming OTPs or personal information displayed on the screen.

With the new update, WhatsApp will now show a clear warning before you share your screen with someone not in your contacts. The warning highlights the risks of showing sensitive data and encourages users to think twice before proceeding. Meta says this small addition could prevent a large number of financial scams, as most victims are unaware of the dangers of live screen sharing.

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Messenger Also Gets Smarter Scam Detection

Alongside WhatsApp, Meta is testing a new AI-powered scam detection system for Messenger. When a new or suspicious contact sends a potentially fraudulent message, the app will flag it with a warning that says “this chat shows signs of a scam.” Users will then be given options to block or report the contact.

Messenger will also include reminders not to send money, gift cards, or personal details to strangers. If users choose, they can send recent messages to Meta’s AI system for analysis. The system will then identify possible scams and provide advice on what to do next.

Meta’s Wider Push to Stop Online Scams

Meta said it has already taken down over 8 million scam accounts in the first half of 2025, many of which were linked to organized scam centers operating out of Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, the UAE, and the Philippines. The company also removed 21,000 Facebook Pages and accounts pretending to be legitimate customer support channels.

To strengthen its anti-fraud efforts, Meta has joined the National Elder Fraud Coordination Center (NEFCC) in the U.S. The group works with major companies like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Walmart to tackle scams targeting older users.

Meta’s latest move signals a shift toward real-time scam prevention, focusing on stopping fraud before it happens rather than reacting afterward.