If you block someone in WhatsApp, can they see it - briefly?
If you block someone on WhatsApp, they will not be able to see your last seen status or any changes you make to your profile picture. However, they can still see messages and calls sent before the block was implemented.
If you block someone in WhatsApp, can they see it - in detail?
When you block someone on WhatsApp, the process is designed to be discreet and respectful of both parties' privacy. The person who has been blocked will not receive a notification or any indication that their access to your profile or messages has been restricted. Here are some key points to consider:
- No Notification: WhatsApp does not send a notification to the blocked user informing them about the block. They will remain unaware of the action taken against them unless they try to contact you directly.
- Message Delivery: If the blocked user tries to send you a message, it will appear as if the message was delivered but never read. The double check marks (✓✓) will turn blue, indicating delivery, but there will be no further confirmation that you have seen the message.
- Profile Visibility: The blocked user will not be able to see your profile picture, status updates, or any changes you make to your profile information. They will only see a generic default image if they try to view your profile.
- Calls and Media: Similarly, any calls or media sent by the blocked user will not go through. They will be unable to reach you via WhatsApp calls, and any photos, videos, or documents sent to you will fail to deliver.
- Group Interactions: If both of you are part of a group, the blocked user can still see your messages within that group. However, they will not be able to call you or send you direct messages outside of the group context.
- No Feedback Mechanism: There is no built-in mechanism for WhatsApp users to check if someone has blocked them. The only way a user might suspect being blocked is if their messages consistently fail to deliver and they are unable to reach you via calls.
In summary, while the act of blocking someone on WhatsApp does not trigger any immediate or explicit alerts, there may be subtle indications that could hint at the blockage. However, WhatsApp prioritizes user privacy and ensures that the blocked individual is not directly informed about their status change.