How to delete a contact from blocked contacts in WhatsApp forever?

How to delete a contact from blocked contacts in WhatsApp forever - briefly?

To permanently delete a contact from the blocked list on WhatsApp, you need to unblock them first and then delete their chat or contact information from your device.

How to delete a contact from blocked contacts in WhatsApp forever - in detail?

To permanently delete a contact from the blocked list in WhatsApp, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device. The process is similar for both Android and iOS devices.
  2. Access Settings: Tap on the three dots (vertical or horizontal) located at the top right corner of the screen to open the menu. From there, select "Settings."
  3. Navigate to Account: In the Settings menu, find and tap on "Account." This section contains various settings related to your WhatsApp account.
  4. Privacy: Under the Account section, look for "Privacy" and tap on it. Here you will find options related to your privacy settings on WhatsApp.
  5. Blocked Contacts: In the Privacy menu, select "Blocked contacts." This will show you a list of all the contacts that you have blocked on WhatsApp.
  6. Delete Contact: To permanently delete a contact from this list:

    • On Android: Tap and hold the name of the contact you wish to unblock and delete. A menu will appear with options including "Unblock" and "Delete." Select "Delete."
    • On iOS: Swipe left on the contact's name. An option to delete the contact will appear; tap on it to confirm the deletion.
  7. Confirm Deletion: WhatsApp will ask for confirmation before permanently deleting the contact. Confirm your choice, and the contact will be removed from both your blocked list and your contacts list forever.

It's important to note that once you delete a contact in this manner, any messages or calls from that contact will no longer be blocked, and you may need to re-add them to your contacts if desired. Additionally, permanently deleting a contact from the blocked list cannot be undone.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp privacy settings and ensure that unwanted contacts are permanently removed from your communication channels.