If I block a contact in WhatsApp, can they still call me - briefly?
When you block a contact on WhatsApp, they will be unable to call or message you. The block effectively prevents any form of communication from that specific user.
If I block a contact in WhatsApp, can they still call me - in detail?
If you block a contact on WhatsApp, they will no longer be able to call you using the WhatsApp service. When you block someone, their calls and messages are effectively blocked from reaching you. Here's a detailed breakdown of what happens:
- Call Blocking: Once you have blocked a contact, any attempt they make to call you through WhatsApp will fail. They will see a message saying that the call cannot be completed or it may simply ring indefinitely without connecting.
- Message Blocking: Similarly, messages sent by the blocked contact will not be delivered to your phone. They will see a single checkmark next to their message, indicating that it was sent but not delivered. You will not receive any notifications about these messages.
- Profile Visibility: The blocked contact will no longer be able to see your profile picture, status updates, or any changes you make to your profile information. This ensures a higher level of privacy and security.
- Read Receipts and Last Seen: Blocked contacts cannot see your "last seen" status or read receipts. This means they won't know if you have read their messages, even if you unblock them later.
- Group Interactions: If both of you are part of a group, the blocked contact can still send messages to the group and you will receive them as part of the group chat. However, they cannot call you or send private messages within the group.
- Unblocking: If you decide to unblock the contact in the future, they will regain the ability to call and message you. However, they won't be able to see any messages sent during the time they were blocked.
In summary, blocking a contact on WhatsApp effectively cuts off their ability to communicate with you via calls or messages within the app. This feature is designed to provide users with a means of controlling who can reach them and how, enhancing both privacy and security.