What happens when you add someone to the blacklist in WhatsApp - briefly?
When you add someone to the blacklist in WhatsApp, their messages and calls are blocked from reaching your device. This means that neither you nor they will be able to communicate through WhatsApp until the person is removed from the blacklist.
What happens when you add someone to the blacklist in WhatsApp - in detail?
When you add a contact to your blacklist on WhatsApp, several changes occur that are designed to enhance your privacy and reduce unwanted interactions. Here's a detailed breakdown of what happens:
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Blocked Messages: Any messages sent by the blocked user will not be delivered to your device. Instead, they will remain undelivered on their end with no indication as to why. This ensures that you are not disturbed by unwanted messages or notifications from this contact.
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Invisible Status: The blocked user will not see any updates to your profile picture, about section, or last seen status. Your online status will also be hidden from them. This means they won't know when you're active on WhatsApp, adding an extra layer of privacy.
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No Calls Received: The blocked contact will be unable to call you via WhatsApp. Any attempt to do so will fail, and the caller will not receive any notification about the block. This is particularly useful for avoiding unwanted voice or video calls.
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Removal from Groups: If both you and the blocked user are part of a group chat, they will automatically be removed from all groups that you are a member of. This prevents them from continuing to interact with you within a group setting.
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Hidden Last Seen: The last time you were seen online will not be visible to the blocked contact. They won't know when you were last active, which can be crucial for maintaining privacy.
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No Read Receipts: If you block someone before reading their message, they will not receive a read receipt (the double blue checkmarks). This ensures that even if you do see the message, they won't know about it.
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No Changes in Your Contact List: The blocked contact remains in your phone’s contact list. However, WhatsApp will no longer associate this contact with their WhatsApp profile. This means they cannot see or update any of their information on your device.
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Blocked User Cannot Add You to Groups: Even if the blocked user tries to add you to a group, the attempt will fail without any notification to them. This prevents potential circumvention of the block through group invitations.
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No Notifications: You will not receive any notifications or alerts for messages, calls, or status updates from the blocked contact. This ensures that your device remains free from distractions caused by unwanted interactions.
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Blocked User Cannot View Your Status Updates: Any status updates you share (text, photos, videos) will be invisible to the blocked user. They won't see any of your shared content, further safeguarding your privacy.
By implementing these changes, WhatsApp ensures that adding a contact to your blacklist effectively cuts off all forms of communication and interaction from that individual, providing you with a secure and private messaging experience.