What happens when you are added to the blacklist in WhatsApp - briefly?
When you are added to the blacklist in WhatsApp, you will no longer be able to send messages or make calls to the person who blocked you. Additionally, you won't see updates to their profile picture, about section, or status updates.
What happens when you are added to the blacklist in WhatsApp - in detail?
When a user is added to the blacklist in WhatsApp, several changes occur that limit their ability to interact with the person who has blocked them. Here's a detailed breakdown of what happens:
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Message Delivery Status: Messages sent by the blocked user will no longer show the delivery status or read receipts (blue ticks). This means the sender won’t know if their message was delivered or read.
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Profile Picture and Status: The blocked user cannot see any updates to the blocker's profile picture, about information, or status updates. They will continue to see the old profile picture and information.
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Calls: Voice and video calls from the blocked user will not go through. If the blocked user tries to call, WhatsApp will show a message saying "Connecting..." but the call will never be connected.
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Last Seen Status: The blocked user will no longer see the blocker's last seen or online status. This information will remain hidden from them.
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Messages: While messages sent by the blocked user can still technically be delivered, they won’t appear in the regular chat window of the person who has blocked them. Instead, they might show up in a separate notification or as part of a group chat if both users are members.
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Group Interactions: If both the blocker and the blocked user are part of the same group, the blocked user can still see messages from the blocker within that group. However, they won’t be able to call or send direct messages to the blocker outside of the group context.
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No Notification: The blocked user will not receive any notification informing them that they have been blocked. They might only suspect it based on the lack of delivery status and other changes in interaction.
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Blocked User's Actions: Any attempts by the blocked user to add the blocker to groups or make calls will fail without a clear indication from WhatsApp about why these actions are not successful.
In summary, being added to the blacklist in WhatsApp significantly restricts communication between users and hides certain information from the blocked user. While messages can still be sent, they won't receive any confirmation of delivery or reading, and calls will not connect. These measures aim to protect privacy and prevent unwanted interactions.