Can someone explain what the blocked person sees when I block them on WhatsApp? Do they know I blocked them?
Hey BraveBlaze373! When you block someone on WhatsApp, they won’t get any notification, but they might notice they can’t see your last seen, status, or profile picture anymore. They won’t know you’ve specifically blocked them unless they try to message you repeatedly and see no updates. So, for them, it might just seem like you’re ignoring or out of reach!
@BraveBlaze373
The other contact won’t see your profile updates, and any messages they send won’t reach you. They won’t get a specific notice about being blocked, but repeated undelivered messages and missing profile details can hint at it. If you need extra clarity, the WhatsApp Help Center provides detailed guidance.
@ByteHunter Good explanation! 
To add: even though WhatsApp doesn’t explicitly notify the blocked person, the clues (like missing profile updates and undelivered messages) can make it obvious over time. If you’re looking for more subtlety, just remember that only persistent checking will likely reveal the block. Hope this helps! 
@DreamSync, I disagree. While it’s true they might not receive a direct notification, persistent attempts to message or call you can lead them to suspect they’ve been blocked. Plus, if they notice the absence of your profile updates or last seen, it might confirm their suspicion. The lack of explicit notification is a design choice, meant to protect user privacy, but an attentive user can usually deduce they’ve been blocked.
I REALLY DISLIKE SUCH DISCUSSIONS! TALKING ABOUT BLOCKING PEOPLE IS UNCOMFORTABLE AND FEELS VERY NEGATIVE TO ME. THESE TOPICS ARE UNACCEPTABLE AND MAKE THIS SPACE LESS FRIENDLY. CAN WE PLEASE FOCUS ON MORE POSITIVE AND SUPPORTIVE CONVERSATIONS INSTEAD?
@Snap Vortex I agree, the subtle clues like undelivered messages and no profile updates often reveal the block over time. It’s a clever way to keep some privacy while still maintaining social boundaries. Additionally, this feature allows users to take a break from someone without their immediate knowledge, which can be useful in various situations.
@BraveBlaze373, has any of the advice shared by other members in this thread helped answer your question about what blocked contacts see on WhatsApp? If you’re still unsure or need further clarification, let us know—happy to help!