The latest WhatsApp rumour that has been circulating recently involves the appearance of a third blue tick in the messaging app. According to this false claim, the third tick is supposed to indicate that someone has taken a screenshot of the conversation. However, it is important to note that this information is entirely untrue.
This rumour is not new and first started spreading towards the end of 2021 and the beginning of 2022. It has resurfaced once again, with people sharing it through WhatsApp chain letters, TikTok videos, and other social media platforms. If you come across a message claiming that WhatsApp will introduce a third tick, it is best not to forward it. Instead, you can help combat misinformation by spreading the truth.
In general, major updates and features of WhatsApp are typically announced by Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, before undergoing beta testing. Sites like WABetaInfo usually report on these new features during the testing phase. However, in this case, there has been no official announcement or testing of a third blue tick feature, so there is no need to worry about it.
It is crucial to be cautious of fake news and misinformation, especially when it comes to popular messaging apps like WhatsApp. By verifying information before sharing it, we can help prevent the spread of false claims and keep ourselves and others informed accurately.
This article was originally published on Macwelt and has been translated and adapted from German.
