Step 1: Open the WhatsApp app on your device.
Step 2: Tap on the “Settings” option. On iOS, you’ll find it at the bottom right corner of the screen. On Android, it’s typically located under the kebab menu (three vertical dots) at the top right corner.
Step 3: In the Settings menu, tap on “Privacy.”
Step 4: Select “Groups.” Here, you’ll see several options for “Who Can Add Me to Groups?”
Step 5: By default, it’s usually set to “Everyone.” This means anyone with your phone number can add you to any group without your permission.
Step 6: To change this setting, you have three other options:
- My Contacts: Only people in your contacts can add you to groups. They’ll need to send a private invite for you to approve within 72 hours.
- My Contacts Except: This option allows you to exclude specific contacts from adding you to groups by manually selecting them.
- Nobody: This option gives you complete control. You must give your permission when receiving an invite from a WhatsApp group. If this option is unavailable, you can choose “My Contacts Except” and manually select contacts for a more restricted setting.
Step 7: Select the option that best suits your preferences by tapping on it.
Step 8: Once you’ve made your selection, the settings will be updated automatically.
By following this simple step-by-step guide, you can easily take control of unwanted group invites and enjoy a more tailored WhatsApp experience.
