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Nottingham Post
Nottingham Post
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Kate Lally & Joel Moore

The type of message WhatsApp users should not use or face potential legal action

WhatsApp users have been warned against sending certain types of message that could see them hit with a huge bill or even facing legal action. WhatsApp is the most used messaging app in the world, with more than two billion people using it regularly. More than 100 billion messages are sent each day on WhatsApp.

But those who use the platform must adhere to certain rules and laws, with some of these relating to the types of messages sent, reports Liverpool Echo. For example, Mint.com warns people should not share copyrighted content over WhatsApp as if the original producer found out they could file a complaint meaning the person who shared it could be forced to pay damages.

Similarly, the sharing of adult content on WhatsApp can result in legal consequences, if any member of the group chat were to complain about it. And as the ECHO has previously reported, your WhatsApp account could be banned if you send too many messages.

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