If I block a number, will WhatsApp still work - briefly?
If you block a number on WhatsApp, the app will continue to function normally for other contacts and messages. The blocked user will not be able to send messages or calls to your number.
If I block a number, will WhatsApp still work - in detail?
When you block a number on WhatsApp, the app continues to function as usual for other contacts and messages. Here's a detailed breakdown of what happens:
- Blocking Mechanism: Blocking a contact on WhatsApp prevents them from seeing your profile picture, status updates, or any changes to these elements. They are essentially removed from your contact list within the app.
- Message Delivery: If someone tries to send you a message after you've blocked them, they will see a single checkmark (which indicates that the message was sent) but not the double checkmarks (which indicate delivery). The sender won’t receive any read receipt or delivery confirmation for their messages.
- Calls and Media: Similarly, if the blocked contact tries to call you, they will see a "connecting" status indefinitely, as the call won't go through. Any media files (photos, videos, etc.) sent by the blocked contact will also not be delivered or received by you.
- Status Updates: You won’t be able to see their status updates or changes to their profile picture, and they won’t be able to see yours either. This isolation is part of WhatsApp's privacy measures.
- Group Interactions: If both you and the blocked contact are part of a group, there will be some limitations. You will still see their messages within the group chat, but they will not see any of your messages or changes to your profile picture/status within the group.
- No Notifications: You won’t receive any notifications for messages or calls from the blocked contact. This ensures that you are not disturbed by their attempts to reach out.
- Re-adding Contact: If you decide to unblock the contact, you will need to add them back as a new contact in your phone's address book for WhatsApp to recognize and connect with them again.
In summary, blocking a number on WhatsApp significantly restricts their ability to communicate with you without completely disrupting your overall usage of the app. Other functionalities remain unaffected, ensuring that your experience with WhatsApp remains smooth and secure.