Will messages reach a person blocked in WhatsApp - briefly?
When you block someone on WhatsApp, they will not receive any of your future messages. Additionally, any messages sent to them before the block was initiated will also be undelivered.
Will messages reach a person blocked in WhatsApp - in detail?
When you block someone on WhatsApp, the dynamics of message delivery change significantly. Here's a detailed breakdown:
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Message Sending: You can still send messages to the blocked contact as usual. The process appears normal from your end; you compose and send the message without any indication that the recipient is blocked.
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Message Delivery: However, the crux of the matter lies in delivery. Once a contact is blocked, WhatsApp does not deliver your messages to them. The message remains undelivered on your side, indicated by the lack of checkmarks next to it. You will see only one gray checkmark (sent), but never the two blue checkmarks (read).
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No Notification: The blocked contact will neither receive the message nor any notification indicating that a message was sent to them. Essentially, they are oblivious to your attempts at communication via WhatsApp.
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Media Files: This blockade extends to media files as well. Any photos, videos, or documents you send will not reach the blocked contact. They remain undelivered on your side.
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Status Updates: Similarly, if you have blocked someone, they won’t be able to see any updates to your status. Conversely, you also won't see theirs.
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Calls: Blocking a contact on WhatsApp prevents them from calling you. They will not be able to initiate or receive calls from your number.
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Group Interaction: If the blocked contact is part of a group with you, they can still see your messages within that group and vice versa. However, direct one-on-one communication remains blocked.
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Visibility: The blocked contact will not be able to view your profile picture, about section, or any recent activity status. You also won’t see theirs.
In summary, blocking someone on WhatsApp effectively cuts off all forms of direct communication, including messages and calls. While group interactions remain unaffected, individual messages and media files will not be delivered to the blocked contact, ensuring complete privacy from your side.