New Delhi
WhatsApp has revealed in its latest India monthly report that 99 lakh Indian accounts were banned in January 2025. This action has been taken to prevent increasing scams, spams and frauds on the platform to maintain its safety and reliability. This platform has also clarified that if users continue to violate the rules, more accounts will be banned.
Action under IT rules
This report of WhatsApp has been published in compliance with Rule 4 (1) (D) and Rule 3A (7) of Rules, 2021 Rules, 2021 Rules, Report of WhatsApp. In this report, WhatsApp has emphasized on efforts to maintain a safe and reliable platform for its users.
How many accounts were banned?
WhatsApp banned 9,967,000 Indian accounts in January 2025. Of these, 1,327,000 accounts were banned by the platform proactively, that is, action was taken before the complaints of users. This ban was done based on the integrated detection system of WhatsApp, which identifies suspicious behavior.
Big disclosure in META report
META’s transparency report states that WhatsApp banned 8.45 million (over 84 lakh) accounts in India. This action was taken to follow the provisions of Section 4 (1) (D) and Section 3A (7) of the Information Technology Act. The report stated that the ban was implemented between August 1 and August 31.
What accounts did whatsapp ban?
1.66 million accounts were immediately blocked due to serious violations.
After examining the rest of the accounts, he was banned for being involved in suspicious activities.
More than 1.6 million accounts were banned proactively during the monitoring of WhatsApp, which did not require user complaints, as they were found to be involved in the misuse of the platform earlier.
Why did Whatsapp ban largely?
Violation of Terms of Service:
Sending bulk messages
Spaming and fraud activities
Disgrace
Illegal Activities:
Accounts found in violation of local laws were banned.
User Complaints:
Complaints of 10,707 users were received, out of which 93% of the complaints were immediately taken action.
Action was taken on the basis of complaints of harassment, abuse, or inappropriate behavior.
WhatsApp initiative for safety of users
These proactive steps of Whatsapp have been taken to create a safe and reliable environment for users. The decision to ban millions of accounts by Meta shows that the company is constantly trying to maintain Whatsapp a safe and reliable platform.
How many complaints came and how much action was taken?
WhatsApp received 9,474 complaints during January 2025. In 239 cases, accounts were banned or other corrective action was taken. These complaints also included emails and postal letters sent by users, which were sent to the complaint officer of India in WhatsApp.
How does WhatsApp detect and ban accounts?
WhatsApp reported that he uses a multi-layer security system, identifying accounts involved in harmful activities. This system works at three levels –
1. During registration: When a new account is created, accounts with suspicious activities are flagged.
2. During messaging: WhatsApp automated systems identify accounts that are doing bulk messaging or spamming.
3. Based on user reports: If a user complains of an account, WhatsApp examines that account and takes necessary action.
Why are WhatsApp accounts banned?
If you are also misusing WhatsApp, then your account can also be banned. There are three major reasons behind banning WhatsApp accounts –
1. Violation of rules: Accounts spreading bulk messaging, spam, fraud and fake news are banned under WhatsApp rules.
2. Illegal activities: Accounts that are involved in activities against Indian laws removes the platform.
3. Users’ complaints: If an account is being sent, derogatory or unfair messages are being sent, then users can report it, so that action can be taken on that account.
How to avoid being banned from WhatsApp?
If you are not using WhatsApp correctly, then your account can also be banned. To avoid this –
• Follow WhatsApp terms and conditions.
• Do not involve bulk messaging, spam or any suspicious activity.
• If you get spam messages or scam calls from an account, then report it immediately. This will help WhatsApp to take action against those accounts and you and other users will be safe.
