If a subscriber is blocked in WhatsApp, what happens - briefly?
If a subscriber is blocked on WhatsApp, they will no longer receive messages or calls from the blocker and will be unable to view the blocker's profile picture or status updates. Additionally, the blocker will not see any changes made by the blocked user, such as changes in their profile picture or status.
If a subscriber is blocked in WhatsApp, what happens - in detail?
If a user is blocked on WhatsApp, several changes occur that affect both the user who has been blocked and the person who initiated the block. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what happens:
For the Blocked User:
- Message Delivery Status: When a blocked user sends a message to the person who blocked them, the message will not be delivered. Instead, it will show only one check mark (indicating that the message was sent but not received). The blocked user will not see any updates in their message information beyond this single check mark.
- Calls: Any voice or video calls made by the blocked user to the person who blocked them will fail to connect. There will be no indication on the blocked user’s end that they have been blocked; it will simply appear as if the call cannot be completed.
- Last Seen and Online Status: The blocked user will no longer see the last seen or online status of the person who blocked them. This status information will be hidden, giving the impression that the other person is offline or has not updated their status recently.
- Profile Picture: The profile picture of the person who blocked the user will no longer be visible to the blocked user. The image space will remain empty or show a default icon.
- Group Membership: If both users are part of a group, the blocked user can still see messages from and send messages to the person who blocked them within that group. However, outside of the group, they will experience the restrictions mentioned above.
For the Person Who Initiated the Block:
- Message Delivery Status: The person who initiated the block will not receive any messages sent by the blocked user. They will see no indication of these messages in their chat list or within the app.
- Calls: Any calls made by the blocked user will not ring on the initiator's device. There will be no missed call notification, and the blocked user’s attempts to connect will go unnoticed.
- Last Seen and Online Status: The person who initiated the block will still see the last seen or online status of the blocked user as normal. However, this information is only visible if they have not deleted the chat with the blocked user from their device.
- Profile Picture: The profile picture of the blocked user will remain visible to the person who initiated the block. They can still view it within the contact details or group chats where both users are members.
- Group Membership: Within a group, the person who initiated the block can continue interacting with the blocked user as if nothing has changed. Messages from and to the blocked user will be visible, and calls can be made and received within the group context.
In summary, while blocking restricts direct communication between users, it does not entirely eliminate all forms of interaction, particularly in group settings. The experience for both parties is designed to maintain a level of privacy and control over who can contact them directly on WhatsApp.