What does a blocked user see in WhatsApp when sending a message in WhatsApp - briefly?
A blocked user in WhatsApp will not be able to view the profile picture or status of the person who blocked them. When they send a message, it will only show one checkmark indicating that the message was sent but not delivered, and no further interaction is possible.
What does a blocked user see in WhatsApp when sending a message in WhatsApp - in detail?
When a user is blocked on WhatsApp, their experience while trying to send messages is significantly altered compared to an unblocked user. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what happens:
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Message Delivery Status: The primary indicator that a user has been blocked is the absence of checkmarks (tick marks) next to sent messages. WhatsApp uses these checkmarks to indicate message delivery status. An unblocked user would see one gray checkmark when the message is sent, and two gray checkmarks once it reaches the recipient’s device. However, a blocked user will only see one gray checkmark, indicating that the message has left their device but has not been delivered.
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No Updates: For a blocked user, there are no further updates or changes in the checkmarks. The second gray checkmark and the blue checkmark (indicating read receipt) will never appear. This is because the messages sent by a blocked user do not reach the recipient’s WhatsApp server, effectively remaining undelivered.
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Profile Information: Blocked users will no longer be able to see the profile picture, status updates, or any changes made to the blocker's account information. The profile section may appear blank or show a default image if available.
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Call Functionality: In addition to messages, blocked users cannot make voice or video calls to the person who blocked them. The call will fail to connect, and the blocker will not receive any notification about the attempted call.
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Group Interactions: If both the blocked user and the blocker are part of a group, interactions are limited. The blocked user can still see messages sent by the blocker in the group chat, but they cannot send direct messages to the blocker within the group.
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Status Updates: Blocked users will not be able to see any status updates posted by the person who blocked them. Similarly, their own status updates will not be visible to the blocker.
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No Notifications: The blocker receives no notification that they have been blocked or that someone is trying to reach them. This ensures privacy and prevents potential harassment.
Understanding these points helps users recognize when they might have been blocked on WhatsApp, enabling them to take appropriate action or adjust their communication strategies accordingly.