WhatsApp is an essential tool for our communication today. Millions of users still have trouble differentiating between 'blocking' and 'reporting' a user. Do you know the subtle difference? We will show you more details about these actions shortly.
It is worth mentioning that WhatsApp has stayed at the forefront with the latest versions of its platform. Now, we can work with more useful features such as Temporary messages, messages that disappear in 24 hours, reporting messages, and more.
WhatsApp: What does 'reporting' a user mean
A while ago, WhatsApp started allowing users to report specific messages. This way, the company can analyze the reported user's recent messages and take actions accordingly.
The 'report users' option aims to stop annoying and fraudulent chains of messages in WhatsApp and bring some unscrupulous individuals to the company's security filter.
When reporting a contact, not only is the user or group chat blocked, but WhatsApp can also expel them from the platform if they violate its terms and conditions.
WhatsApp: What does 'blocking' a user mean
When you block users on WhatsApp, they will no longer be able to message you, view your stories, call you, or even see your profile picture in the app.
A blocked user within WhatsApp can only communicate through groups, phone calls, or SMS to the user who blocked them. To prevent the latter, the contact can be added to the smartphone's blacklist.