WhatsApp has started testing the reverse search images and text message feature which will help to identify misinformation. The WhatsApp is now working out on a feature that will let people search the authenticity of frequently forwarded messages.
Soon the people will be able to see a magnifying glass indicating the search option to check the authenticity of frequently forward messages. People can talk on the search icon on the screen to check whether the message is a myth or is credible.
The messages that are forwarded more than five times on the WhatsApp messenger are considered as frequently forwarded messages. Also, those messages are reflected as forwarded on the label on the top.
The app provides end to end encryption due to which the company cannot go through any of the conversations held between its users. So, with the new feature users will be able to determine whether the forwarded messages are genuine or not. Furthermore, the users will be able to survey the content of the messages received with the help of any local fast checking organizations.
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