When someone is in the blacklist on WhatsApp, how do I know - briefly?
When you attempt to contact someone who has blocked you on WhatsApp, your messages will not be delivered and there will be no checkmarks next to them. Additionally, you won't see any updates to their profile picture or status, indicating that they have likely added you to their blacklist.
When someone is in the blacklist on WhatsApp, how do I know - in detail?
When someone has been added to your block list on WhatsApp, you may not immediately realize it due to the absence of any explicit notification from the app. However, there are several telltale signs that can help you determine if a contact has been blocked:
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Message Delivery Status: If you try to send messages to a contact who has blocked you, you will notice that your message does not deliver and shows only one checkmark (indicating it has left your device) instead of two (which confirms delivery). The second checkmark indicates the recipient has received the message.
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Profile Picture: Blocked contacts' profile pictures will no longer be visible to you. Instead, you will see a default image or placeholder where their picture used to be. This change is a clear indicator that something has changed in your communication with this contact.
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Status Updates: You will not be able to view the status updates of a blocked contact. WhatsApp status features like stories and updates are restricted for users who have been blocked.
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Calls: Any attempts to call a blocked contact will fail immediately, showing that your call cannot connect. This is different from scenarios where the contact may be unavailable due to network issues or their own settings.
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Last Seen Timestamp: The "Last Seen" timestamp for the blocked contact will no longer be visible to you. Instead of seeing when they were last online, this field will remain blank or show an error message.
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Group Conversations: If you are both part of a group conversation, you might not see any changes in your interaction within that group. However, direct one-on-one communication will be affected as described above.
By observing these signs, you can determine if someone has blocked you on WhatsApp. It is important to remember that blocking is a personal decision and respecting the other person's choice is essential for maintaining healthy communication practices.