How to Unblock a Contact on WhatsApp: Step-by-Step Guide

Last update: 04/10/2024
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Do you find yourself in a situation where you accidentally blocked someone important on WhatsApp And now you want to unblock it? Don't worry! Unblocking a contact on WhatsApp is a very simple process and in this guide we will show you how to do it step by step.

Before you begin, make sure you have the Latest version of WhatsApp installed on your device. Once this is done, follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Access WhatsApp settings

Open WhatsApp and tap on the three-line icon in the top right corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear, in it, tap on Settings.

Step 2: Access the accounts section

Once inside the settings section, tap on Accounts. There, you will be able to see several options related to your WhatsApp account.

Step 3: Access the privacy section

In the accounts section, tap on Privacy. There you will see several options related to the privacy of your WhatsApp account.

Step 4: Access the Blocked section

In the privacy section, click on blocked. There you will see a list of the contacts you have blocked.

Step 5: Select the contact you want to unblock

Once inside the Blocked section, select the contact you want to unblock. A drop-down menu will appear, in it, click on Unblock.

Step 6: Confirm that you want to unblock the contact

A confirmation message will appear asking if you are sure you want to unblock the selected contact. Click Yes to confirm.

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FAQs

Below we will answer some common questions related to unblocking contacts on WhatsApp.

How can I tell if a contact is blocked on WhatsApp?

To find out if a contact is blocked on WhatsApp, simply try sending them a message. If you receive an error message indicating that the user is unavailable or you cannot see their online status, that contact is likely blocked.

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What happens when I unblock someone on WhatsApp?

When you unblock someone on WhatsApp, they will be able to send you messages, see your online status, and call you through the app again. However, you may not be able to see missed messages or calls you received while that person was blocked.

Can I unblock multiple contacts at the same time on WhatsApp?

At present, It is not possible to unblock multiple contacts at the same time on WhatsApp. You will have to unblock each contact individually.

What happens if I unblock someone and then block them again on WhatsApp?

If you unblock someone on WhatsApp and then you block it again, that person will be blocked again and will not be able to send you messages, view your online status, or call you through the app.

Can I unblock someone who blocked me on WhatsApp?

Yes, you can unblock someone who blocked you on WhatsApp. However, that person will still be blocked from you and you will not be able to send them messages, view their online status, or call them through the app.

In conclusion

Unblocking a contact on WhatsApp is a very simple process and in this guide we have shown you how to do it step by step. Remember to follow the detailed instructions to avoid any issues during the process. Also, it is important to note that unblocking someone does not guarantee that they will also unblock you, so it is important to carefully consider whether you want to unblock someone before doing so.

However, if you accidentally blocked someone important, now you know how to unblock them quickly and easily. We hope this guide has been useful to you.

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