How to delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp
If you've ever blocked a contact on WhatsApp and then changed your mind, you may have wondered how to delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp. Fortunately, WhatsApp offers an easy way to unblock and remove a contact from your blocked list. In this article, we will show you step by step how to do it and give you some useful tips to manage your contacts in the most popular messaging application in the world. Keep reading to find out more!
Step by step -- How to delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp
- Open WhatsApp: On your phone, look for the WhatsApp icon and click to open the app.
- Enter your contacts: Once inside WhatsApp, go to the "Contacts" tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Find the blocked contact: Scroll down or use the search bar to find the contact you want to delete.
- Tap the blocked contact: Once you find the contact in the list, press and hold their name until the options appear.
- Select “Unblock contact”: Look for the option that says “Unblock contact” and click on it to confirm that you want to delete the blocked contact.
- Ready: The blocked contact has been removed from your blocked list on WhatsApp!
FAQ
1. How do I delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp?
1. Open WhatsApp on your phone.
2. Go to the “Settings” or “Settings” tab.
3. Look for the “Account” option and select “Privacy”.
4. Then, click on »Blocked Contacts».
5. Find the blocked contact you want to delete.
6. Press and hold the blocked contact until the “Unblock” option appears.
2. Can I delete a blocked contact without unblocking it?
No, you need to unblock the contact to remove it from the blocked list.
3. What happens if I delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp?
Deleting a blocked contact on WhatsApp simply removes it from the blocked list, but does not automatically add it to your contacts or chats list.
4. Is it possible to delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp from the chat list?
No, you must go to privacy settings to delete a blocked contact on WhatsApp.
5. How do I know if I have successfully deleted a blocked contact on WhatsApp?
Verify that the contact no longer appears in your blocked contacts list.
6. Why can't I find the “Blocked Contacts” option in WhatsApp?
Your app may not be up to date. Make sure you have the most recent version of WhatsApp installed on your device.
7. How long does it take for a contact to be unblocked on WhatsApp?
The contact is instantly unlocked once you confirm the unlock action in the app.
8. Is there a way to unblock multiple contacts at once in WhatsApp?
No, you must unblock each contact individually in your privacy settings.
9. What happens if I try to send a message to the contact I have removed from the blocked list?
The message will be sent correctly if the contact has not blocked you in turn. Otherwise, it will not be delivered.
10. Will the contact receive a notification if I unblock them on WhatsApp?
No, unblocking a contact on WhatsApp does not generate a notification on your device.
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