Quick Answer
No, you cannot send direct messages to someone who has blocked you on WhatsApp. When you are blocked by someone, any messages you send to them will not be delivered and you will not see their online status. However, there are a few workaround options like sending a message via a group chat or contacting the person through a different app. Ultimately though, if someone has blocked you on WhatsApp, they likely do not wish to communicate and it’s best to respect their privacy.
What Happens When You’re Blocked
When someone blocks your number in WhatsApp, it prevents any type of direct communication between you and that person. Here are the key effects of being blocked:
– You cannot send any messages, whether text, photos, videos or calls, to the person who blocked you. All messages will show one check mark indicating they have been sent, but not delivered.
– Your messages and calls will not go through and will not be visible to the blocker. You will not get any ‘delivered’ or ‘seen’ status updates.
– You cannot see the profile photo, status or ‘last seen’ timestamp of the person who blocked you. All this information will show as blank.
– If you are blocked while in the middle of a chat, you will see your own messages but not the blocker’s messages. New incoming messages will simply not appear.
– You will be automatically removed from any one-on-one chats with the blocker.
– If you are blocked by someone in your WhatsApp contacts, their contact will still show in your contacts list. However you cannot directly communicate with that contact.
So in summary, being blocked prevents all forms of direct communication through WhatsApp. It creates a one-way barrier where you can send messages but the blocker will never receive them.
Can I Message Someone Who Blocked Me?
Since all your messages and calls go into a void when you are blocked, there is no direct way to get through to that person on WhatsApp. Any messages you compose will look like they are sent and pending, but they are not actually delivered.
You will not get any signs or notifications that you have been blocked, but if your messages remain marked as sent and never show delivered/read ticks, that likely indicates you have been blocked.
Some users attempt to message blockers through SMS outside of WhatsApp. However, this usually does not work as most users have separate contacts lists for SMS and WhatsApp. So the blocker would not see messages sent to their cellular number outside WhatsApp.
Overall there is no way to directly communicate with someone who has blocked you on WhatsApp. The app is designed this way to prevent contact with blockers and maintain privacy. Any messages you attempt to send will fail to reach the recipient while you are still in their blocked contacts list.
Workarounds to Message a Blocker
While you cannot directly message a blocker, there are some tricky workarounds people attempt to try and get through the block. However, these methods do not always work consistently and could be seen as ways of circumventing someone’s privacy settings. Use carefully and sparingly. Options include:
Group Message
If you and your blocker share membership in a WhatsApp group, you can attempt to message them within the group. When you send messages in a group chat, all members will be able to see it, including blockers.
However, the blocker can still ignore or mute the group chat to avoid seeing your messages. Or they can report your behavior to the group admin. So group messaging does not guarantee your blocker will see or respond to your messages.
Different Messaging App
You can try reaching out to the blocker on a different messaging platform like Facebook Messenger, iMessage, Telegram etc. If you are not blocked on those apps, your messages may go through.
Of course, this assumes you have the blocker’s contacts on that alternate app and they are actively using it. If your only contacts were on WhatsApp, then you will not have a way to reach them elsewhere.
From a Different Number
If you can access a phone number that your blocker does not already have blocked, you can install WhatsApp with that fresh number and try messaging. This is unlikely to work though, as most blockers will see through the attempt and immediately block your new number too.
Getting a new SIM and number just to evade someone’s block is also quite extreme and unadvisable in most situations. But it’s hypothetically an option.
Unblocking and Re-adding Contact
If you and the blocker have mutual friends, you can ask your mutual friends to request the blocker unblock you. That will allow you to re-add them as a contact and message again freely.
However, this method relies entirely on the blocker voluntarily removing their block against you, which they are unlikely to do in most cases. Do not badger mutual friends to repeatedly request unblocking on your behalf.
Why Can’t I Message Blockers?
WhatsApp’s blocking feature is designed to prevent unwanted communication and abuse. Here are some key reasons why the platform does not allow you to message blockers:
– Privacy – Blocking exists to let users control who interacts with them on the platform. Sending messages to a blocker overrides their privacy settings.
– Harassment Prevention – The block button is an important tool to stop harassment or abuse from unwanted contacts. Allowing messages to blockers enables further harassment.
– Spam Prevention – Spammers often get blocked en masse by users. If blocking did not fully prevent messaging, spammers could continue sending unsolicited content.
– Nuisance Avoidance – People block others to avoid nuisance interactions or conversations they do not want. Forcing messages through overrides their ability to avoid nuisance contacts.
– Relationship Control – Blocking often happens after a relationship ends or there is conflict. Forcing contact inhibits a blocker’s ability to manage who interacts with them.
– Safety – Blockers sometimes feel unsafe when contacted by certain people. Preventing messages from blockers enhances user safety.
– Platform Rules – All messaging apps have community standards about consent in communication. Forcing messages undermines consent and enables platform abuse.
So in summary, not being able to message blockers enables WhatsApp users to control their boundaries and prevents harmful communication. While inconvenient for the blocked user, maintaining messaging restrictions enables safer, consensual interactions.
When Might Someone Block You?
There are many reasons why someone may choose to block your number or account on WhatsApp. Some common blocking scenarios include:
– After a relationship breakup, to prevent unwanted contact from an ex.
– Cutting contact with someone exhibiting inappropriate or abusive behaviors.
– Blocking an ex-friend or acquaintance after a major conflict or falling out.
– Preventing contact from someone you met online who is making you feel uncomfortable.
– Blocking a work colleague to prevent non-work related messaging.
– Stopping communication with a persistent salesperson or business contact.
– Blocking spam accounts constantly sending unsolicited promotions.
– Severing messaging with someone sending nuisance links, videos, recordings etc.
– Avoiding unwelcome overtures and inappropriate advances from strangers or loose acquaintances.
– Former close friends who have had a serious argument or irreconcilable differences blocking each other.
– Family members blocking each other after interpersonal issues or disagreements.
– Blocking harassers and abusers who are sending threatening or disturbing content.
So in general, people block others on WhatsApp to control unwelcome, uncomfortable, dangerous or abusive incoming messages from specific people. It allows them to set communication boundaries when needed.
Accepting the Block
Being blocked can feel frustrating, confusing and hurtful, especially if it happens suddenly with a close contact. However, it’s important to respect someone’s block instead of looking for workarounds. Here are some tips for accepting a WhatsApp block:
– Take it as a clear sign they do not wish to communicate and do not want further contact through any method.
– Reflect on any behaviors from you that may have warranted the block – harassment, excessive messaging, unwanted advances etc.
– Know that repeatedly trying to contact someone who has blocked you will only justify their decision to block.
– Do not make new accounts, get new numbers or ask mutual friends to plead your case. This is seen as overstepping boundaries.
– Channel your energy into other positive relationships and connections that uplift you.
– If you feel mental distress, seek counseling or support from professionals and friends rather than the blocker.
– With time, most blocks can be undone. But let the blocker decide if and when to reconsider it.
– View it as a learning experience for setting proper communication boundaries moving forward.
While frustrating, upsetting or confusing initially, try to see blocks as an act of someone enforcing their personal boundaries. Use it as a cue to reflect on your own behaviors. With time, things may be reconciled, but the power to undo a block lies solely with the blocker.
Conclusion
In summary, it is not possible to directly send any messages, calls or other content to someone who has blocked you on WhatsApp. Your messages will appear to send from your end, but will never reach or be seen by the blocker. While there are tricky workarounds like contacting them through mutual groups or outside apps, these are not guaranteed to work. More importantly, trying to force contact with a blocker overrides their consent and personal boundaries. If you’ve been blocked by someone, take it as a sign to reflect on the relationship and seek healthy connections with others who have not blocked you. With patience and changed behaviors, some blockers may eventually unblock you, but that should be their choice and not something forced upon them through social pressure. Respecting blocks is vital for ensuring WhatsApp remains an abuse-free place for consensual, constructive communication.