How to unblock someone in WhatsApp if the chat has been deleted?

How to unblock someone in WhatsApp if the chat has been deleted - briefly?

To unblock a contact on WhatsApp after deleting their chat, you need to re-add them as a new contact or wait for them to message you. Unfortunately, if the chat was deleted and they haven't messaged you since, there is no direct way to unblock them from within the app itself.

How to unblock someone in WhatsApp if the chat has been deleted - in detail?

Unblocking someone on WhatsApp after a chat has been deleted involves several steps, as WhatsApp does not provide a direct way to retrieve deleted chats. However, there are methods you can try to regain access to the contact and potentially restore some of your conversation history. Here is a detailed guide:

  1. Check Your Backup:

    • Ensure that you have enabled backup for WhatsApp in your phone settings. This will allow you to restore your chat history from a previous backup if needed.
    • Go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup. Here, you can see the last time a backup was created and the size of the backup file.

  2. Restore from Backup:

    • If you have a recent backup, you can restore your chat history. This will overwrite any messages since the last backup, so be cautious.
    • To restore, uninstall WhatsApp, reinstall it from the app store, and then follow the prompts to set up your account again. When prompted, choose Restore to retrieve your chat history from the backup file.

  3. Unblock the Contact:

    • Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
    • Navigate to Account > Privacy.
    • Under Blocks, you will see a list of contacts you have blocked. Tap on the contact you want to unblock.
    • Confirm by tapping Unblock in the pop-up menu.

  4. Re-add the Contact:

    • Once unblocked, the contact will not automatically reappear in your chat list. You need to add them back as a contact.
    • Go to your phone's contacts app and manually add the person's number or search for their name if it is saved on your device.
    • Return to WhatsApp and refresh your contacts by going to Chats > New Chat. The contact should now appear in your list.

  5. Request Recent Messages:

    • If the chat history is crucial, you can request recent messages from the person you unblocked. Ask them to forward any important conversations they have saved on their device.

  6. Use Third-Party Tools (Caution Required):

    • There are third-party apps and services that claim to recover deleted WhatsApp chats, but use these with caution as they may not be secure or reliable. Always ensure you trust the source before using such tools.

By following these steps, you should be able to unblock someone on WhatsApp and potentially regain access to some of your conversation history, even if the chat has been deleted.