If I block a contact in WhatsApp, what will the subscriber see - briefly?
If you block a contact in WhatsApp, they will not be able to see your profile picture, status updates, or any messages you send after the block has been implemented. The blocked contact will still see past messages and conversations, but they won't receive any new communication from you.
If I block a contact in WhatsApp, what will the subscriber see - in detail?
If you block a contact on WhatsApp, the person you have blocked will not immediately be aware of this action. However, there are several indicators that might hint at them being blocked:
- Messages and Calls: The blocked user will no longer see your profile picture, status updates, or any changes made to these. They won't receive any messages or calls from you, which could raise suspicion if communication was previously frequent.
- Last Seen Status: Your "last seen" status will not update for the blocked contact. This means they won't see when you were last online, which might be unusual if they were used to seeing regular updates.
- Read Receipts and Delivery Notifications: The blocked user will not receive read receipts (the double blue checkmarks) or delivery notifications for messages sent to you. This can indicate that their messages are not being delivered, suggesting they might have been blocked.
- Group Interactions: If both of you were part of a group chat, the blocked user will still see your messages in the group. However, they won't be able to start a direct conversation with you from within the group. This can also hint at being blocked, especially if they try to contact you and receive no response.
- Adding to Contacts: The blocked user cannot add you back to their contacts until you unblock them. This can be another sign that something is amiss.
It's important to note that WhatsApp does not send a notification or message to the blocked user informing them of your action. Therefore, they might only realize they have been blocked through these indirect signs. If you decide to block someone, it’s recommended to be prepared for potential questions or concerns from the person regarding their inability to reach you.