Andy and John (the WhatsApp directors): that's behind the chain letter on WhatsApp

A chain letter from Andy and John, the "WhatsApp directors", is currently on the WhatsApp. We'll tell you what's behind the absurd message.

Chain letter at WhatsApp: Andy and John, the Whatsapp directors

The following message is currently circulating on WhatsApp and is being forwarded by many people:

• Hello we are Andy and John (the Whatsapp directors) first, we apologize for the interruption, but whatsapp is closing. This will happen because many ruthless people have multiple different accounts. At this moment we only have 578 free names and therefore using WhatsApp will cost from summer 2018. If you send this message to at least eighteen different people on your list, your icon will turn red, meaning it will be free of charge to you. If you don't believe me, go to whatsapp.com and see for yourself. If you want to close your account, don't send this message, but if you want to keep it, send it to your contacts. that's no joke!

The WhatsApp directors: who are Andy and John?

Chain letters go around regularly on WhatsApp. Some seem threatening, some should be hugged and some are just ridiculous.

• The chain letter from the "WhatsApp directors" also belongs to the last category. In addition to the job title and the 578 free names, the writing style is extremely ridiculous.
• It is a chain letter that you should not send any further. WhatsApp is and will remain free and no accounts will be deleted.

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