I deleted a contact on WhatsApp. How do I unblock them - briefly?
If you've deleted a contact on WhatsApp and want to unblock them, you can do so by re-adding the contact through your phone's contacts list or directly in WhatsApp. Simply tap on their name and select "Unblock" when prompted.
I deleted a contact on WhatsApp. How do I unblock them - in detail?
If you have deleted a contact on WhatsApp and now want to unblock them, follow these detailed steps:
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Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
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Access Settings: On Android devices, tap on the three dots in the top-right corner to open the menu and select "Settings." On iOS devices, go to the "Settings" tab at the bottom right of the screen.
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Navigate to Account: In the settings menu, find and tap on "Account."
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Blocked Contacts: Within the account settings, look for an option named "Blocked contacts" or similar. Tap on it to view the list of blocked contacts.
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Locate Contact: Scroll through the list to find the contact you want to unblock. If the contact is not visible, they might have already been unblocked or removed from your phone's memory.
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Unblock Contact: Tap on the contact you wish to unblock. A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you are sure you want to unblock this contact. Confirm your decision by tapping "Unblock."
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Add Contact Back (if needed): If you had deleted the contact from your phonebook, you might need to add them back manually. Go to your contacts list and select the option to add a new contact. Enter the necessary details such as name and phone number.
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Send Message: Once unblocked, you can start a conversation with the contact by opening WhatsApp, selecting the "Chats" tab, and tapping on the search icon or the new chat icon (usually represented by a pencil). Enter the contact's name or phone number to initiate a message.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully unblock a deleted contact on WhatsApp and resume communication with them.