How to not see someone's stories in WhatsApp?

How to not see someone's stories in WhatsApp - briefly?

To avoid seeing someone's stories on WhatsApp, you can either mute the contact or use the "Ignore" feature if it is available for stories. Muting a contact will hide their stories from your Status tab without notifying them.

How to not see someone's stories in WhatsApp - in detail?

To effectively prevent seeing someone's stories on WhatsApp, you can employ several strategies that provide a balance between privacy and maintaining communication. Here’s a detailed guide:

1. Mute Notifications: Muting notifications for the specific contact will stop you from being alerted about new stories or messages. However, this won't prevent their stories from appearing in your Status tab. To mute notifications:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the person whose stories you want to avoid.
   • Tap on their name at the top of the screen.
   • Select "Mute" and choose the duration (e.g., 8 hours, 1 week).

2. Block the Contact: Blocking is a more drastic measure but ensures that you won't see any of their stories or messages. Note that this will also prevent them from contacting you directly. To block someone:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the person.
   • Tap on their name at the top of the screen.
   • Select "Block" (this option might be under "More").
3. Use a Different Phone: If you need to access WhatsApp without seeing certain stories, using a separate phone for personal and professional contacts can help. This way, you can manage your interactions more effectively.

4. Privacy Settings: Adjusting your privacy settings can limit who sees your status updates, but it won't prevent you from seeing others'. However, ensuring that only selected people can view your stories might indirectly help in maintaining a level of separation. To adjust these settings:

   • Go to WhatsApp > tap on the three dots (menu) at the top right corner.
   • Select "Settings" > "Account" > "Privacy".
   • Choose "Status" and select who can see your status updates.
5. Third-Party Apps: There are third-party apps designed to block specific contacts or control what content appears on WhatsApp. These apps often require rooting or jailbreaking your device, which may void warranties and pose security risks. Always ensure the app is from a trusted source.
6. Regularly Clear Status Tab: While not a foolproof method, regularly clearing your status tab can help in managing the visibility of unwanted stories. Swipe left on the story to remove it from your view.

By implementing these strategies, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp experience and avoid seeing specific contacts' stories.