Police in the UK are warning WhatsApp users of a surge in attempts made by fraudsters to steal accounts. Scammers are tricking WhatsApp users to share verification codes they are sent via SMS. WhatsApp says you should never share your WhatsApp verification code with anyone, even if they are friends or family. Without this code, any user attempting to verify your number cant complete the verification process and use your phone number on WhatsApp. This means you remain in control of your WhatsApp account. If someone is trying to take over your account, they need the SMS verification code sent to your number to do so.”]