What can a blocked user see on WhatsApp - briefly?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, they will no longer be able to see the profile picture or status updates of the person who blocked them. Additionally, any messages sent by the blocked user will not be delivered and will show only one tick, indicating they have not been read.
What can a blocked user see on WhatsApp - in detail?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, their ability to interact with the person who blocked them is severely limited. Here's a detailed breakdown of what a blocked user can and cannot see:
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Profile Information: A blocked user will no longer be able to view the profile picture, about information, or status updates of the person who blocked them. This includes any changes made to these elements after the block was implemented.
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Messages: Any messages sent by the blocked user will not be delivered and will show only one checkmark (indicating they have left the device) but not two checkmarks (indicating delivery). The blocked user will not receive read receipts or see changes in last seen or online status of the person who blocked them.
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Calls: Both voice and video calls initiated by the blocked user will fail to connect. They won't be able to ring through, and the blocked user won’t see any updates on their call logs regarding these attempts.
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Group Interactions: If the blocked user is part of a group with the person who blocked them, they can still see the person’s messages within that group. However, the blocked user will not be able to contact the person directly through the group or view any changes in their profile information specific to the group.
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Last Seen and Online Status: The blocked user will not be able to see the last seen or online status of the person who blocked them. Similarly, they won’t receive any updates when the other person comes online or goes offline.
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Story Updates: Any stories posted by the person who blocked them will not be visible to the blocked user. This includes both new posts and any changes made to existing ones.
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Notifications: The blocked user won’t receive any notifications related to the activities or status updates of the person who blocked them.
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Blocked User's Status: There is no direct notification informing a user that they have been blocked. However, the inability to see profile pictures, read receipts, last seen/online status, and failed call attempts can be indicative of being blocked.
In summary, while a blocked user may suspect they have been blocked due to these limitations, WhatsApp does not provide explicit confirmation or notification about the block. The restrictions are designed to protect privacy and prevent unwanted interactions.