How to add a contact to the WhatsApp blacklist?

How to add a contact to the WhatsApp blacklist - briefly?

To block a contact on WhatsApp and add them to your blacklist, follow these steps:

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

How to add a contact to the WhatsApp blacklist - in detail?

To add a contact to your WhatsApp blacklist, follow these detailed steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your device. The icon is typically green with a white phone symbol inside it.
2. Navigate to Settings: On the bottom right corner of the screen, you will find three vertical dots (⋮). Tap on these to open the menu and then select "Settings".
3. Account Preferences: In the Settings menu, look for the "Account" option. This is usually listed at the top or near the top of the settings list.
4. Privacy Settings: Within the Account section, you will find an option labeled "Privacy". Tap on this to access your privacy preferences.
5. Blocked Contacts: In the Privacy menu, scroll down until you see the "Blocked" option. This is where you can manage the contacts that are currently blocked and add new ones to the list.
6. Add New Contact: Tap on "Blocked" to view your current blacklist. At the top of this screen, there will be an option to "Add New..." or something similar. Select this option to begin adding a contact to your blacklist.
7. Select Contact: You will now see a list of all the contacts saved on your device. Scroll through the list and tap on the contact you wish to block. Once selected, confirm that you want to block this contact.
8. Confirmation: After confirming, the contact will be added to your WhatsApp blacklist. This means they will no longer be able to send you messages or call you via WhatsApp. You can verify that the contact has been successfully blocked by checking the list of blocked contacts in your privacy settings.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp interactions and ensure that unwanted communication is minimized.