What does a chat look like in WhatsApp when you've been blocked - briefly?
When you have been blocked on WhatsApp, the chat with that contact will no longer update with new messages or status changes. Additionally, any attempts to send a message to this contact will result in only one check mark appearing, indicating that it has not been delivered.
What does a chat look like in WhatsApp when you've been blocked - in detail?
When you have been blocked on WhatsApp, the appearance and functionality of your conversation with that contact will change noticeably. Here is a detailed breakdown of what to expect:
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Single Check Mark: Messages sent to the person who has blocked you will only display one check mark (✓), indicating that the message was successfully sent from your device but not delivered to theirs. This differs from typical conversations where two check marks (✓✓) indicate delivery and a blue double-check mark (✓✓) with a small clock icon indicates reading.
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No Profile Picture or Status: The blocked contact's profile picture will no longer be visible, and you won’t see any updates to their status. Their last seen information will also be unavailable, which can be another indication that your messages are not reaching them.
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Unable to Call: You will be unable to make voice or video calls to the contact who has blocked you. The call button will typically appear greyed out and inaccessible.
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No Changes to Your Side: On your side, the chat history remains visible, and you can continue sending messages. However, as mentioned earlier, they will only show one check mark (✓) instead of two or blue ticks, indicating that the recipient has not received your message.
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Group Chats: If you are part of a group chat with the person who blocked you, you will still be able to see their messages and participate in the conversation as usual. However, they will not receive any messages sent directly from you outside the group.
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No Updates on Read Receipts or Delivery: You won’t be able to see read receipts (blue ticks) or delivery acknowledgments for your messages. The single check mark remains the only indication that your message has left your device, with no confirmation of its reception by the blocked contact.
Understanding these changes can help you recognize when someone has blocked you on WhatsApp and adjust your communication strategies accordingly.