How to hide status from a person in WhatsApp on your phone - briefly?
To hide your WhatsApp status from a specific person, you can adjust the privacy settings of your status. This feature allows you to selectively share your status updates with only certain contacts, ensuring that others do not see them.
How to hide status from a person in WhatsApp on your phone - in detail?
To conceal your WhatsApp status from specific individuals, you can adjust the privacy settings of your status updates. Here’s a detailed guide on how to do this on both Android and iOS devices:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your phone.
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Access Status Settings:
- On Android, tap on the three dots (vertical ellipsis) in the top right corner of the screen to open the menu, then select 'Status'.
- On iOS, tap on the 'Status' tab located at the bottom left corner of the screen.
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Privacy Settings:
- In the Status section, you will see an option labeled 'Privacy'. Tap on it.
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Select Audience for Your Status:
- You will be presented with three options:
- To hide your status from specific individuals, choose 'My contacts except...' or 'Only share with...'.
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Select Contacts to Exclude/Include:
- If you chose 'My contacts except...', a list of your contacts will appear. Tap on the names of the people you want to exclude from seeing your status updates. A checkmark next to their name indicates they are excluded.
- If you chose 'Only share with...', tap on the names of the people you want to include, ensuring only those selected can view your status updates.
- Save Changes: Once you have made your selections, tap on the 'OK' or 'Done' button to save your changes.
By following these steps, you ensure that your WhatsApp status is hidden from specific individuals, maintaining the privacy and exclusivity of your shared content.