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Purpose: Could you please specify the purpose for which you need these WhatsApp numbers? Are you looking for numbers for marketing, business contacts, or perhaps for a service or product you're offering?
Official Business Directories: Use recognized platforms like the Yellow Pages or official social media pages of registered businesses.
High Risk of Scams: The Sri Lanka Police and Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have issued multiple warnings regarding fraudulent activities on WhatsApp. Scammers often lure users with unrealistic offers to steal money through advance payments or to hijack accounts by requesting One-Time Passwords (OTPs).
Formatting: Sri Lankan mobile numbers use the country code +94 followed by a 9-digit mobile number (e.g., +94 7X XXX XXXX).
| Alternative | Why it’s preferable | |-------------|--------------------| | WhatsApp’s native “Report Spam” | Directly notifies WhatsApp, which can take action on the offending account. | | Third‑party anti‑spam apps (e.g., Truecaller, Hiya) | They maintain vetted databases, update automatically, and comply with local privacy laws. | | Manual verification | Asking the sender for a secondary verification (e.g., a different channel) before engaging. | | Enterprise‑grade solutions | For businesses, WhatsApp Business API providers often include fraud‑detection layers built into the platform. |
The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SL CERT) has warned against a surge in fake messages on WhatsApp designed to obtain personal and financial information. Sharing your details or engaging with unverified "bulk number" lists often leads to: Ada Derana Account Hijacking
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