How do I block a number in WhatsApp on Android to prevent calls?

How do I block a number in WhatsApp on Android to prevent calls - briefly?

To block a number in WhatsApp on an Android device and prevent calls, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you wish to block.
2. Tap on the three dots (menu) in the top right corner, select "More" > "Block".

How do I block a number in WhatsApp on Android to prevent calls - in detail?

To block a number in WhatsApp on an Android device and prevent calls, follow these detailed steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Begin by launching the WhatsApp application on your Android phone. This is where you will manage your contacts and settings.
2. Access Contact Information: Locate the contact or number that you wish to block. You can do this either from a conversation with them, or by going directly into your phone’s contact list if they are saved there.

3. Blocking via WhatsApp Conversation:

   • Open the chat with the contact you want to block.
   • Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of the screen to open the menu options.
   • From the dropdown menu, select "More" and then tap on "Block." You will see a confirmation message stating that the contact has been blocked.

4. Blocking via Phone Settings:

   • Open your phone’s settings by tapping on the gear icon or swiping down from the top of the screen to access quick settings, then tapping on the gear icon.
   • Navigate to "Apps" and then find WhatsApp in the list of installed applications.
   • Tap on WhatsApp and then select "Notifications."
   • Look for an option that says "Blocked numbers" or similar. If available, add the number you wish to block from this section.
5. Confirming the Block: After completing either of these methods, you can confirm that the number has been blocked by attempting to call them through WhatsApp. You should see a message indicating that the call could not be completed as the contact is blocked.

6. Additional Steps for Complete Blockage:

   • To ensure complete prevention of calls and messages from the blocked contact, it’s advisable to also block their number in your phone’s native settings. This can typically be done by going into your phone’s call log or contacts app, selecting the number, and choosing "Block" from the options menu.
   • Additionally, you may want to report the contact as spam within WhatsApp if they are sending unwanted messages. This can be done through the chat settings where you blocked them initially.

By following these steps, you can effectively block a number in WhatsApp on your Android device, preventing any further calls or messages from that contact.