If someone is blocked on WhatsApp, can they see your status updates - briefly?
If you block someone on WhatsApp, they will no longer be able to view your status updates. This is because blocking a user effectively removes them from your contact list, preventing any access to shared content.
If someone is blocked on WhatsApp, can they see your status updates - in detail?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, their ability to interact with the account that has blocked them is significantly restricted. This includes not being able to send messages or make calls to the blocker's number. However, when it comes to viewing status updates, the situation is somewhat different.
WhatsApp status updates are designed to be visible to all contacts in a user's address book by default. When you post a status update, anyone who has your phone number saved in their contact list can see it, regardless of whether they have blocked you or not. This means that if someone has blocked you on WhatsApp, they will still be able to view your status updates unless you have specifically changed the privacy settings for your status.
To control who can see your status updates, you can adjust the privacy settings in WhatsApp. Here's how:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the 'Status' tab.
- Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) in the upper right corner.
- Select 'Status Privacy.'
- You will see three options:
Choosing any of these options will allow you to control who has access to your status updates, including those who have blocked you. Therefore, if you do not want a person who has blocked you to see your status updates, it is advisable to set your status privacy to 'My contacts except...' and exclude that specific contact.
In summary, while blocking someone on WhatsApp restricts their ability to communicate with you, it does not automatically prevent them from seeing your status updates unless you have adjusted the privacy settings accordingly.