Can I read messages in WhatsApp from blocked users - briefly?
Yes, you can still receive messages from blocked users on WhatsApp. However, these messages will not be delivered to your chat list; instead, they will remain unread in the sender's chat log until you unblock the user or check the message via the notification panel or settings.
Can I read messages in WhatsApp from blocked users - in detail?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, the communication between them and you is effectively halted. This means that neither party can send or receive messages from one another. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what happens:
- Message Delivery: If you block someone, any message they try to send you will fail to deliver. They won't see any notification indicating that their message was not sent, and there will be no record of the message on your device.
- Read Receipts: WhatsApp uses read receipts (blue ticks) to indicate when a message has been read by the recipient. Since blocked users cannot send messages to you, there is no possibility for them to see read receipts.
- Profile and Status Updates: Blocked users won't be able to see your profile picture, about section, or any status updates you post. Similarly, you won’t see theirs either.
- Calls: In addition to messages, blocked contacts cannot call you via WhatsApp. Both voice and video calls are disabled for blocked users.
- Group Restrictions: If both of you are part of the same group, a blocked user will still be able to see your messages within that group. However, they won’t be able to contact you directly through private messaging or calls.
- Notification Settings: Blocking someone does not automatically mute their notifications if you were previously part of a group together. You may need to manually adjust notification settings for the group.
- Unblocking: If at any point you decide to unblock the user, they will regain the ability to contact you directly through messages and calls. However, they won’t receive any messages sent during the time they were blocked.
In summary, blocking a user on WhatsApp effectively cuts off all direct communication from them. They cannot send you messages, see your status updates, or call you. If you are in a group together, their ability to communicate with you is limited to that group context.