In today’s digital world, scammers constantly seek to exploit unsuspecting users. Learning practical tips to recognize scams—via phone calls, texts, email, social media, websites, or in person is essential for you and your family. Scammers often use persuasive tactics, such as impersonating officials or friends, promoting fake jobs, advertising fake investment opportunities, pursuing a romance relationship, and offering fraudulent shopping rebates or prizes. With AI advancements, scams have become increasingly sophisticated, using deepfakes and AI-generated voices to deceive victims. Vigilance and awareness are crucial in combating these evolving threats. For more information, visit the Anti-Scam and Safety Guide: https://safety.wechat.com/en_US/resources/anti-scam/anti-scam-and-safety-guide

If you accidentally reveal personal details to these scammers, they may use your password and information to take over your account and engage in illegal activities such as stealing data, spreading malware, and impersonating you to lure more victims. Use the settings below to better protect your account from takeover. Let’s enhance your account security now.

1. Do not download apps from unofficial sources
2. Secure your account

Use a strong and unique password that includes numbers, symbols, and both uppercase and lowercase letters. Or, link your email to your account for easier recovery. Go to「Me」>「Setting」>「Account Security」>「More Settings」>「Email」> provide your email, and then「Next」.

3. Manage your contacts

Enabling the “Require Friend Request” feature by default, which allows only added contacts to reach you. Always verify friend requests and connect only with the people you trust. Go to「Me」>「Settings」>「Friends’ Permissions」>「Require Friend Request」.

4. Manage privacy setting

Manage the visibility of your information and content. Go to「Contacts」>「Select contact」>「···」>「Privacy」>「Chat only」.

5. Exercise caution when receiving invitations from strangers

When considering friend requests or group chat invitations from unfamiliar individuals, remain vigilant to determine their legitimacy, as group chats can be easily exploited for scams. What steps can you take to protect your account if you observe suspicious activity that violates the Community Guidelines?

a) To report content from a chat or group chat

Select the “…” (more options) button typically located at the top right-hand corner of the chat>Then, select “Report” and choose the most relevant user reporting category>Continue Reporting>Fill in all required information and any optional details you believe will help us determine if a violation of our Community Guidelines has occurred.

b) To report a WeChat user

Select the “…” (more options) button at the top right-hand corner of the user’s profile interface. After that, select “Report” and choose the most relevant user reporting category.

c) To report a Moment Post

Tap and hold the user’s profile picture (avatar) for approximately 2 seconds within the Moment post. Select ‘Report’ from the options that appear and choose the most relevant reporting category.

What to do if you suspect you are a victim of a scam?

1. If you suspect your account has been compromised, change your passwords immediately. Additionally, change passwords for any other accounts associated with the same password. You can also report the issue to us here, and we will follow up in approximately seven days: https://help.wechat.com/cgi-bin/newreadtemplate?t=help_center/contact_us&lang=en&Channel=helpcenter&plat=
2. Contact your bank immediately if you think you have lost money to a scam.
3. If you remain uncertain whether the situation you encountered is a scam, contact your local law enforcement agencies. For urgent assistance, contact the local police.

In our daily lives, WeChat messaging keeps us connected with friends, family, and colleagues. While chatting is often viewed as a casual activity, we might overlook the importance of saving our chat history. However, these histories can be vital in certain situations, as they often contain cherished memories, essential information, and important records. Since chat histories can be easily lost due to accidental deletions, device failures, or software updates, it’s wise to back up your WeChat chat history regularly.

Why Back Up Your WeChat Chat History?

• Your chat history contains cherished memories, allowing you to revisit meaningful moments and relive good times.
• When meeting new people or starting a new job, your chat history may sometimes serve as important records of information for commercial or other purposes.
• If you use WeChat for work, your chat history may include important documents, notifications, and tasks that are essential to retain.

How to Back Up Your Chat History

To back up your chat history to your computer, update WeChat to version 8.0.50 or later.

1. Connect your phone and computer to the same Wi-Fi network under stable internet connection. Don’t turn off the app until the backup is 100% complete.
2. Log in to WeChat on both your phone and computer.

On your phone:

• Go to 「Me」>「Settings」>「Chats」>「Chat History Migration & Backup」>「Backup and restore」 > Check your computer.
• Go to your computer and proceed with the backup operation (refer to the steps below), then return to your phone and tap「Start」directly or select specific chat records for back up.

On your computer:

Open WeChat, click 「☰」 icon in the bottom left corner, and select 「Migrate & Backup」 followed by 「Backup and Restore」. You can select between two options: 「Backup on Mac」 or 「Restore on phone」.

By following these steps, you can safeguard your valuable WeChat chat history and ensure that your digital memories are preserved for years to come.

Tired of relying solely on text and static images to express yourself? WeChat 8.0.34 allows you to create personalized, dynamic stickers using your own videos. It’s easy! Simply adjust the video size and ratio, add text, and edit clips to generate a custom sticker with WeChat’s built-in tools—all within seconds. Whether by creating a funny meme or adding more personal touch, these stickers bring a new level of fun and connection to your chats.

Create Your Own Custom Stickers

• Open WeChat and navigate to the sticker interface. Click the「+」icon.
• Select the video you want to use from your gallery.
• Shorten the video to a maximum of 5 seconds for optimal results.

• Three simple tools are available for quick editing, including adjusting size, adding text, and adjusting the length of the video. For more advanced editing, you can edit the video using reliable third-party video editing software before sharing it on WeChat.
• Once you’re done editing, click the 「✓」 button. Your video will then appear in your sticker collection.

How to Delete an Existing Sticker

• Navigate to the sticker interface，tap the 「+」
• Select the sticker you want to delete.
• Tap 「Delete」.

Create personalized stickers to spice up your chats. Share your creativity with friends now!

In the mainland of China, various entities—including media outlets, government agencies, organizations, businesses, and individuals—often establish Weixin Official Accounts to engage with their audiences. They typically utilize text, images, voice messages, and videos to share relevant information and promote products and services.

As the number of Official Accounts continues to grow, attracting attention and increasing visibility has become more challenging. WeChat’s newly introduced Highlight and Share feature in version 8.0.34 offers a potential solution to help creators boost visibility.

This feature allows users to highlight content and share them directly to WeChat Moments, enabling articles to reach a wider audience. However, high-quality content remains essential to increase viewership and further sharing of content. For avid readers, this feature provides a quick way to capture and share insightful content, making it particularly useful for gathering inspiration.To learn more about safety guardrails for creating content, refer to clause 6.1 in this link. 

How to Highlight and Share Text from a WeChat Official Account Article

1. Find the article you want to share, then long-press the text you want to highlight until a selection box appears.
2. Select the relevant text and tap the「Forward」button>「Share to moments」Icon.
3. The shared text will be displayed in a card format, with a link to the original article provided at the bottom, allowing your friends and contacts to read the full content by clicking on the link.

This feature is available on both iOS and Android devices, making it easy to share content effortlessly.

In mainland of China, most merchants rely on Weixin Mini Programs to enhance service quality and provide greater convenience for consumers. With Mini Programs, there’s no need to download separate apps for different brands—the Weixin Mini Program feature grants access to the services offered by most businesses.

From searching for dining options, enjoying food delivery, and taking queue numbers for tables, making reservations, shopping online, to accessing promotional deals, Mini Programs streamline everyday tasks. These features are widely embraced by Chinese businesses, which frequently update their Mini Programs to meet evolving customer needs.

Great news for travelers!

WeChat now enables users to link their international bank cards directly to their Weixin Pay accounts. This innovative feature offers a seamless, secure payment solution and marks a milestone for international visitors to the mainland of China, minimizes the reliance on large amounts of cash or on physical credit cards.

With Weixin Pay, you can enjoy smooth transactions by simply scanning a QR code, avoiding long queues, and bypassing the hassle of currency exchange. Plus, unlinking your card after your trip is quick and easy. This upgrade promises to make your journey in the mainland of China more convenient and enjoyable.

Why Link Your International Bank Card?

Effortless Transactions: Use Weixin Pay wherever you go—markets, restaurants, and boutiques. It’s widely accepted across mainland of China.

Simple Setup: Setting up Weixin Pay is easy. To activate all features, complete identity verification using one of the following：

• Foreign passport
• Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents (Home Return Permit)
• Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (Taiwan Compatriot Permit)
• Residence Permits for Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan residents
• Foreign Permanent Residence card

Once verified, you’re all set to enjoy hassle-free payments. More details, can refer to: @外国朋友&老年朋友，更方便了！

Single Payment Method: Forget juggling multiple payment methods—Weixin Pay simplifies your travel experience. It’s always ready to pay as long as you keep your phone charged and stay connected, but make sure your internet connection is secure.

With Weixin Pay, you can immerse yourself in Chinese culture without worrying about payment logistics. Designed to be accessible to users worldwide, this service offers a smooth and convenient experience for all.

Pro Tip: Before using this feature, ensure your WeChat app is updated to the latest version from your app store.

How to Link Your International Bank Card

Follow these easy steps to activate Weixin Pay:

1. Link Your Bank Card

• Open WeChat and go to 「Me」>「Pay and Services」>「Wallet」>「Bank Cards」>「Add a Bank Card」>Provide your 16-digit bank card number and select the card type from the list.
• Alternatively, tap the camera icon to capture your card details and follow the relevant instructions until setup is complete.

2. Provide Identity Information

• Go to 「Me」>「Pay and Services」>「Money」.
• Under the payment QR code, tap on any unavailable service, such as 「Receive Money」 or 「Reward Code」and select 「Complete Now」
• Follow the instructions to complete the identity verification process, including uploading a clear photo of your ID.

3. Unlink Your Bank Card (After Your Trip)

• Navigate to 「Me」 > 「Pay and Services」 > 「Wallet」 > 「Bank Cards」.
• Select the linked bank card, tap 「Unlink」, enter your payment password, the card will be removed.

Important Information to know

• Once you have linked your bank card, you can tap on「Money」 to access the payment QR code. Ensure the “Default Payment” is set to your bank card, not the Wallet Balance.
• You can link your card with Weixin Pay without identity verification, with a spending limit up to RMB15,000. If you want to enjoy a higher spending amount and try more services like Red Packets or Receive Money, you may complete your identity verification.
• Always remember your 6-digit payment password, as it will be required to access payment s
• The Payment QR code is time-sensitive.
• An internet connection is required to use Weixin Pay.
• Only Chinese bank cards can be used to top up the Wallet Balance. International cards are not supported for this feature.