evidence: There are all sorts of WhatsApp scams, from phishing to fake giveaways. All of these scams can lead to an invasion of your privacy, as well as financial loss. And because WhatsApp is so widely used, it can be hard to tell which messages are legitimate and which are scams. [...] These scams come from WhatsApp messages from friends or family members inviting you to join a group or event. However, these invitations are sent by scammers who want to gain access to your personal information or steal money directly from you. [...] Finally, there are WhatsApp hoaxes. These messages typically contain false information or rumors about events or topics, and they can be spread rapidly on WhatsApp. They often appear to come from a trusted source, but they are fake news created by scammers to manipulate the public.