If a subscriber is blocked in WhatsApp, can they see that they are blocked - briefly?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, there are several indicators that might suggest they have been blocked by the other party. However, WhatsApp does not explicitly notify users when they have been blocked.
If a subscriber is blocked in WhatsApp, can they see that they are blocked - in detail?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, the experience and indicators they encounter vary depending on several factors such as the type of block (personal or group), the actions taken by the person who initiated the block, and whether they are using an iPhone or Android device. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
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Personal Block: If you have been blocked by someone in their personal contacts, you may notice several changes:
- Profile Picture and Status Updates: You will no longer be able to see the person's profile picture, status updates, or any changes they make to these elements. The profile picture will be replaced with a default image, and the "About" section will be empty.
- Last Seen and Online Status: You won’t see their last seen or online status. This information will not be visible to you, indicating that communication is restricted.
- Messages: Any messages sent to the person who blocked you will have only one check mark (indicating they were sent, but not delivered). This means the recipient did not receive your message. You also won’t see changes in read receipts or delivery status.
- Calls: If you try to make a call, it may show as “trying to connect” but will never go through. Similarly, if the person tries to call you, they will encounter the same issue.
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Group Block: In case of being blocked within a group:
- Message Delivery: Similar to personal messages, any message sent in the group will show only one check mark, indicating it was not delivered to other members.
- Admin Privileges: If you were an admin before being blocked, you may lose your admin status. Other participants won’t see you as an admin anymore.
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Device-Specific Indicators: The experience can slightly differ between iOS and Android devices:
- iPhone Users: You might continue to see the contact's name and information in your contacts list, but interactions will be limited as described above.
- Android Users: Blocked users may appear with a different icon or indication that communication has been restricted.
Overall, while there is no direct notification saying "You have been blocked," the changes in interaction capabilities and visibility of certain features serve as strong indicators. If you suspect you’ve been blocked, these signs can help confirm your suspicions.