WhatsApp began accepting username reservations, allowing users to connect without sharing their phone number. No Instagram or Facebook account is required to create a unique WhatsApp username — Accounts Centre is only needed to claim an existing Instagram or Facebook handle. Usernames are optional, can be changed at any time, and an optional username key adds a secondary PIN for additional privacy control.
Using Jamaica's digital government services carries risks including data exposure, cybersecurity threats, digital exclusion for vulnerable groups, system outages, and phishing scams impersonating official sites like gov.jm. Citizens can protect themselves by accessing services only through verified .gov.jm URLs, avoiding last-minute transactions, saving confirmation screenshots, and keeping account contact information current.
Jamaica's government services — including vehicle registration, NHT refunds, passport renewal and tax compliance certificates — are available online, eliminating the need to visit a tax office or government agency in person. All you need to get started is a secure, accessible email address.
If you’re the victim of a SIM swap attack, every minute counts. Here’s what to know and, more importantly, what to do if your mobile phone is suddenly silent.
