If a number is in the WhatsApp blacklist, do messages get delivered - briefly?
If a number is in the WhatsApp blacklist, messages will not be delivered to that contact. WhatsApp respects user privacy and enforces blocklists strictly, ensuring no communication reaches a blocked number.
If a number is in the WhatsApp blacklist, do messages get delivered - in detail?
When a phone number is added to the WhatsApp blacklist by one user, it does not mean that messages from that number will be blocked entirely or undelivered. The functionality of the WhatsApp blacklist is primarily designed for privacy and convenience rather than complete message blocking.
Here's how it works:
- No Notification: When a number is in your WhatsApp blacklist, you won't receive notifications about messages or calls from that number. This means the messages will not appear on your chat list, and you will not get any alerts for new messages.
- Message Delivery: Despite being on the blacklist, the messages will still be delivered to your device. However, they will go into a separate folder within WhatsApp's internal storage, which is not visible to you unless you actively search for it.
- Accessibility: To access these messages, you would need to dive into the app’s data or use third-party tools designed to recover hidden data from WhatsApp. This process is complex and typically requires technical knowledge.
- Call Blocking: Similarly, calls from blacklisted numbers will not ring on your device, but they are not completely blocked. The call logs may still show the missed call, depending on how strictly the app enforces the block at the system level.
- Limited Visibility: Blacklisting limits the visibility and interactivity of messages and calls from the blacklisted number, making it easier for users to avoid unwanted communication without completely preventing it.
In summary, while adding a number to your WhatsApp blacklist does not prevent messages from being delivered, it significantly reduces their prominence and makes them less intrusive by hiding notifications and removing them from the visible chat list.