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Here are some common signs of suspicious messages on WhatsApp:

1. Unusual Sender Information: Messages from unknown contacts, especially those claiming to be banks, government agencies, or large companies.

2. Urgent Requests: Messages that create a sense of urgency, prompting quick action (e.g., "Your account will be suspended if you don't respond immediately").

3. Misspellings and Poor Grammar: Messages with frequent spelling mistakes, awkward phrasing, or grammatical errors are often red flags.

4. Too Good to Be True Offers: Messages that promise unrealistically high rewards, gifts, or easy money in exchange for personal information or small payments.

5. Request for Personal Information: Any request for sensitive data, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or social security numbers.

6. Links to Unfamiliar Websites: Messages containing links that seem suspicious or unrelated to legitimate businesses can lead to phishing sites.

7. Attachments or Files: Unsolicited messages with attachments, especially from unknown sources, can contain malware.

8. Unusual Patterns of Behavior: If a contact suddenly changes their usual messaging style or sends unusual content, it may indicate their account has been compromised.

9. Impersonation: Messages claiming to be from a friend or family member but asking for money or information are often scams.

10. Overly Generic Greetings: Messages that use generic terms (like "Dear Customer") rather than a person's name may indicate a mass phishing attempt.

If you encounter any of these signs, it may be best to verify the sender’s identity before responding or clicking on any links or attachments.