WhatsApp cracks down on unofficial apps like GB WhatsApp, WhatsApp Plus

WhatsApp is ‘temporarily’ banning users who were accessing the platform through unofficial apps from Play Store. The instant messaging is especially targeting apps such as WhatsApp Plus and GB WhatsApp.

“WhatsApp cares deeply about the safety of our users. To protect the privacy and security of their account, we strongly recommend users only download WhatsApp from official app stores or from our website. We are continuing to step up our enforcement against imposter WhatsApp services to help curb abuse and keep WhatsApp users safe,” a WhatsApp spokesperson said in a statement.