If a contact is blocked on WhatsApp, how can you tell - briefly?
If a contact is blocked on WhatsApp, you will not see their last seen or online status. Additionally, any messages sent to them will have only one check mark, indicating they were not delivered.
If a contact is blocked on WhatsApp, how can you tell - in detail?
If you suspect that someone has blocked you on WhatsApp, there are several indicators to look out for. Here’s a detailed guide to help you determine if you have indeed been blocked:
- Last Seen Timestamp: One of the most telling signs is the disappearance of the "last seen" timestamp. If you can no longer see when your contact was last online, it might indicate that they have blocked you. However, keep in mind that users can also choose to hide their last seen status from everyone, not just specific contacts.
- Profile Picture: Another sign is the absence of a profile picture. When someone blocks you, you will no longer be able to see any changes to their profile picture. If the image remains static or disappears entirely, it could mean that you have been blocked.
- Message Delivery Status: Messages sent to a contact who has blocked you will not display the usual checkmarks (one gray for sent, two grays for delivered). Instead, they may show only one gray checkmark, indicating that the message was sent but not delivered. This is a strong indication of being blocked.
- Calls: If you attempt to call the contact and it immediately shows "call failed" or "ringing," without connecting, this could also signify that you have been blocked.
- Group Conversations: Even if you are in a group conversation with the person who has blocked you, their messages will not show up as read to them, even if you open and read them. This is because WhatsApp treats blocked contacts differently within groups as well.
- No Updates: You won’t receive any status updates from the contact who has blocked you. If they post a new status or change their profile picture, you will not be able to see these changes.
- Contact Information: Try searching for the contact within WhatsApp. If the contact appears without a profile picture and lacks important details like the last seen timestamp, it’s another hint that you might have been blocked.
- WhatsApp Web/Desktop: If you use WhatsApp on your computer or through WhatsApp Web, try checking for any of the above signs there as well. The indicators will be consistent across all devices where you are logged in with the same account.
While these signs can strongly suggest that you have been blocked, it’s important to note that none of them are definitive on their own. Users have various privacy settings that can affect visibility, so always consider multiple factors before concluding that you have indeed been blocked.