How to block a phone in WhatsApp on iPhone?

How to block a phone in WhatsApp on iPhone - briefly?

To block a contact on WhatsApp using an iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Open the WhatsApp app and go to the chat with the person you want to block.
2. Tap on the name of the contact at the top of the screen, then scroll down and tap "Block Contact" followed by "Block" to confirm.

How to block a phone in WhatsApp on iPhone - in detail?

To block a phone number in WhatsApp on your iPhone, follow these detailed steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Ensure that you have the latest version of WhatsApp installed on your iPhone. Open the app by tapping on its icon from the home screen or through the App Library if you're using iOS 14 or later.

2. Navigate to the Chat with the Contact: Find the contact whose phone number you wish to block. This can be done in two ways:

   • If you have previously communicated with them, simply open the chat conversation with that contact.
   • Alternatively, go to the "Chats" tab at the bottom of your screen and select "All Contacts" from the top-left corner. Search for the contact by name or phone number.
3. Access Contact Info: Once you are in the chat with the contact you wish to block, tap on their name or profile picture at the top of the screen. This will take you to the contact info page.
4. Block the Contact: Scroll down until you see the "Block" option. Tap on it. WhatsApp will ask for confirmation to proceed with blocking the contact. Confirm by tapping "Block" again.
5. Confirmation of Blocking: After successfully blocking the contact, you will no longer receive messages, calls, or status updates from them. However, they will still be able to see your profile picture and status updates if your privacy settings allow it.
6. Review Blocked Contacts: If you need to review or manage your blocked contacts list in the future, go to "Settings" within WhatsApp (accessible by tapping on the "Settings" icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen). Then navigate to "Account" > "Privacy" > "Blocked Contacts". Here you can see all the numbers and contacts that you have blocked.
7. Unblocking a Contact: If you change your mind and want to unblock someone, go back to the "Blocked Contacts" list, find their name, and swipe left on it. Tap "Unblock".

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and block unwanted contacts in WhatsApp on your iPhone, ensuring a safer and more pleasant messaging experience.