If you block a contact on WhatsApp, will they be able to see it - briefly?
If you block a contact on WhatsApp, they will not be able to see your profile picture, status updates, or any messages you send after the block is implemented. However, they may still see messages sent before the block was put in place.
If you block a contact on WhatsApp, will they be able to see it - in detail?
When you block a contact on WhatsApp, the blocked user will not be immediately aware of your action. The messaging app does not send notifications or alerts to users who have been blocked. However, there are several indicators that can suggest to the blocked individual that they may no longer be able to communicate with you through WhatsApp:
- Message Delivery Status: If a user sends a message to someone who has blocked them, the message will not be delivered and will remain with one checkmark (indicating it was sent but not received). This is a common sign that their messages are not reaching the intended recipient.
- Profile Information: Blocked users will no longer see updates to your profile picture, about section, or status changes. Your last seen timestamp may also disappear from their contact list.
- Calls and Media: Attempting to make a call or send media files (such as photos, videos, or documents) to a blocked user will result in failure. The blocked individual will see no change in their own status or profile, but the lack of response or delivery confirmation can be telling.
- Group Interactions: If you are part of a group together, the blocked user may notice that they cannot add you to other groups or remove you from existing ones. They might also experience limitations in interacting with your messages within the group.
While WhatsApp does not explicitly inform users when they have been blocked, the above signs can collectively indicate that their communications are no longer being received by a specific contact. It is important to note that blocking is a personal decision and WhatsApp respects user privacy in managing their contacts and interactions.