How to Block Unknown Numbers in WhatsApp

Dave Johnson July 6, 2023

Even though we live in a cyber world, we still want to keep as much privacy as possible. Being constantly contacted by someone you don’t know can be unpleasant, cause worry, and make you feel unsafe. But there are solutions to this type of harassment.

How to Block Unknown Numbers in WhatsApp

Read on to learn how to block an unknown number on WhatsApp.

How to Block an Unknown Number on WhatsApp

Being contacted by someone you don’t know can be scary and frustrating. Who are they? How did they get my number? Unfortunately, we can’t give you the answers to those questions, but we can help you to block them on WhatsApp.

Follow these steps to block an unknown caller who has contacted you on WhatsApp for both iPhone and Android users:

Open WhatsApp.
Open the chat with the unknown number.
Tap their number or name at the top of the chat.
Choose “Block” at the bottom of the page.
You can also report them by tapping “Report Contact.”

Now this person won’t be able to send messages, call you, check your activity status, or see your status updates.

How to Block a Contact on WhatsApp Using Your Android Device

Sometimes people don’t get the message that you don’t wish to be in touch. Instead of simply ignoring their communications, you can easily block them instead.

Follow these steps to block someone’s number on WhatsApp:

Open WhatsApp and go to “More Options.”
Go to “Settings.”
Choose “Privacy” Then click “Block contacts.”
Search for the contact you wish to block.

There is one more way to block a contact. You can try this:

Open WhatsApp and the chat of the person you wish to block.
Go to “More.”
Choose “Block.”

If you change just your device but not the WhatsApp account, this person will remain blocked. However, if you create a new account, you’ll have to block that person all over again.

Now you can go on with your day, unbothered by annoying calls or messages from someone you don’t wish to hear from.

How to Block a Contact on WhatsApp Using Your iOS Device

Apple users don’t fear! You, too, don’t need to put up with communication from anyone you don’t wish to be contacted by.

Follow these steps to block a contact on WhatsApp:

Open WhatsApp and go to “Settings.”
Go to “Privacy.”
Go to “Blocked.”
Choose “Add New.”

There are two additional ways to block someone on WhatsApp.

The first one is as follows:

Open the chat with the contact you wish to block.
Tap on their name.
Go to “Block Contact.”

The second way is to do this:

Open your Chats tab and scroll to find the contact you wish to delete.
Swipe the chat left. Go to “More.”
Go to “Contact Info.”
Go to “Block Contact.”

Now you will not have to dread hearing notifications on your phone, thinking if it’s that person again.

How to Unblock a Contact on WhatsApp Using Your Android Device

Maybe you changed your mind and want to reestablish contact with someone. Don’t worry. There is a way to unblock them on WhatsApp as well.

Follow these steps:

Open WhatsApp and go to “More options.”
Go to “Settings.”
Go to “Privacy.” Choose “Blocked Contacts.”
Find the contact you wish to unblock.
Choose “Unblock.”

There’s another way to unblock someone. Just follow these simple steps:

Open WhatsApp.
Open the chat with the blocked person.
Tap their name or number at the top of the chat.
Scroll to the bottom where it says: “You blocked this contact. Tap to unblock.”

This person will now be able to call you and send messages. However, you won’t be able to see anything they shared while they were on your blocked list.

How to Unblock a Contact on WhatsApp Using Your iOS Device

Just as you decide to cut off contact with someone in the heat of the moment, you can easily change your mind. Luckily, WhatsApp allows you to unblock a contact you wish to be in touch with again.

Follow these steps to unblock a contact on WhatsApp:

Go to “Settings.”
Go to “Privacy.”
Go to “Blocked.”
Swipe left on the contact’s name or “Edit.”
Tap “Unblock.”

There are two more ways that this can be done.

The second possible way is:

Open the chat with the contact.
Tap on their name.
Choose “Unblock Contact.”

The third possible way to unblock someone is:

Open your chat tab. Swipe left the chat with the contact you wish to unblock.
Go to “More” and “Contact Info.”
Choose “Unblock Contact.”

Now you can contact this person again as normal. But do remember that you won’t be able to see what they shared while they were blocked.

How to Report a Person on WhatsApp

Maybe it’s more than you no longer wish to hear from this person. You might find their messages offensive and believe they shouldn’t be a part of the WhatsApp community.

Here’s how to report a user on WhatsApp using your Android device:

Open the chat with the person you wish to report.
Choose “More Options.”
Choose “More” and “Report.”

In the third step, you will also be asked whether you wish to delete their messages and block them.

Here’s how to report them if you’re an iOS user:

Open the chat with the contact you wish to report.
Tap on their name.
Go to “Report Contact.”

The person won’t know you reported them. WhatsApp will receive at least five messages you exchanged with them and their support team to decide what to do next with this user.

FAQs

How can I know if someone blocked me on WhatsApp?

WhatsApp doesn’t notify its users if they have been blocked. However, a few telling signs might indicate that another user blocked you: You no longer see whether they’re online or not. Whenever you send them a message, it will only show as “sent” and never “delivered.” Lastly, any calls you try to make to the user fail.

What happens when I block someone on WhatsApp?

If you decide to block someone, they won’t be able to contact you, see your activity status, or view your status updates. They will stay blocked until you unblock them or switch to a new WhatsApp account. In that case, you’ll have to block them again manually.

Blocking the Unwanted

Avoiding someone you don’t like in real life may be challenging. They might be your colleague or neighbor. Luckily, it’s pretty easy in the digital world.

WhatsApp lets you block a user in the app. This person won’t be able to contact you or see your activity status. You can even report them if you find their messages inappropriate. However, unblocking them is easy if you wish to speak with them again.

Have you ever had to block someone on WhatsApp? Did you unblock them later? Tell us in the comments section below.