If you block a contact in WhatsApp, will they still be able to send text messages - briefly?
If you block a contact in WhatsApp, they will not be able to send you text messages. The block effectively stops all communication from the blocked user.
If you block a contact in WhatsApp, will they still be able to send text messages - in detail?
When you block a contact on WhatsApp, the primary effect is that the blocked user will no longer see your profile picture, status updates, or any changes you make to these elements. Additionally, they will not be able to call you, either through voice calls or video calls. However, it's crucial to understand that blocking a contact does not entirely prevent them from sending text messages to you.
Here’s how the process works in detail: When a blocked user tries to send you a message on WhatsApp, the message will appear as delivered (with two checkmarks) on their end. However, you will not receive this message, and it will not appear in your chat list or notifications. Essentially, the message is intercepted by WhatsApp’s system and never reaches your device.
Moreover, if a blocked user attempts to add you to a group, the request will be automatically rejected without any notification on your end. This ensures that even indirect communication through groups is prevented.
It's also important to note that blocking someone does not delete or remove previous conversations with them from your chat history. The messages and media shared before the block remain accessible in your chat logs, but you will no longer receive new messages from this contact.
In summary, while blocking a contact on WhatsApp effectively prevents real-time communication such as calls and status updates, it does not stop the blocked user from attempting to send text messages. These messages are intercepted by the system and never reach your device, providing you with an additional layer of privacy and control over unwanted interactions.