Can you block and unblock someone on WhatsApp - briefly?
Yes, you can block and unblock someone on WhatsApp. To do this, open the chat with the person you want to block or unblock, tap their name at the top of the screen, select "Block" or "Unblock," and then confirm your action.
Can you block and unblock someone on WhatsApp - in detail?
Yes, you can block and unblock someone on WhatsApp. Here's a detailed guide on how to perform these actions:
Blocking Someone on WhatsApp
Blocking a contact on WhatsApp is straightforward and can be done from both the desktop and mobile apps. Here’s how:
On Android or iOS:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the app on your phone.
- Go to Settings: Tap on the three dots (Android) or the gear icon (iOS) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select Account: From the menu, choose "Account."
- Privacy: Navigate to "Privacy."
- Blocked Contacts: Tap on "Blocked contacts."
- Add Contact: Press the “+” icon at the top right corner of the screen and select the contact you wish to block. Alternatively, you can go directly to a chat with that person, tap on their name at the top, select "Block," and then confirm your decision.
On WhatsApp Web or Desktop:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the web version of WhatsApp or the desktop app.
- Go to Settings: Click on the three dots (vertical ellipsis) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select Account: From the dropdown menu, choose "Account."
- Privacy: Navigate to "Privacy."
- Blocked Contacts: Click on "Blocked contacts."
- Add Contact: Press the “+” icon at the top right corner of the screen and select the contact you wish to block.
Unblocking Someone on WhatsApp
Unblocking a contact is just as simple:
On Android or iOS:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the app on your phone.
- Go to Settings: Tap on the three dots (Android) or the gear icon (iOS) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select Account: From the menu, choose "Account."
- Privacy: Navigate to "Privacy."
- Blocked Contacts: Tap on "Blocked contacts."
- Unblock Contact: Find the contact you wish to unblock and tap on the “+” icon or their name. Confirm your decision when prompted.
On WhatsApp Web or Desktop:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the web version of WhatsApp or the desktop app.
- Go to Settings: Click on the three dots (vertical ellipsis) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select Account: From the dropdown menu, choose "Account."
- Privacy: Navigate to "Privacy."
- Blocked Contacts: Click on "Blocked contacts."
- Unblock Contact: Find the contact you wish to unblock and click on their name or the “+” icon next to it. Confirm your decision when prompted.
Important Notes
- Message Delivery: Blocking someone means they won’t be able to see your profile picture, status updates, or any changes made to them. They also can't send you messages or call you.
- Group Chats: If you block someone and are both part of the same group chat, you will still see their messages in the chat, but they won’t be able to see yours.
- Privacy: Blocking is a private action; the person you blocked won't receive a notification that they have been blocked.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your contacts and maintain your privacy on WhatsApp.