How to Unblock Yourself on Whatsapp if Someone Blocks You

Have you ever tried sending a message on WhatsApp, only to realise the person has blocked you?

Yeah… I feel your pain.

Sometimes, certain people become so annoying that blocking them feels like the only solution. But what if you’re the one who got blocked, and you desperately need to reach them?

Well, the good news is that there’s a simple trick on Naijaknowhow that might help you unblock yourself from someone’s WhatsApp without needing their permission.

Let’s walk you through the steps.

⚠️Important Note: This method involves deleting and reactivating your WhatsApp account. You’ll lose all groups and need to be re-added manually by admins. Also, it may not work in all cases, so try it at your own discretion.

Steps to Unblock Yourself On WhatsApp

Step 1: Write Down the Blocker’s Number

Save their number somewhere safe. You’ll need it later. Now delete the contact from your phone.

Step 2: Back Up Your WhatsApp Chats

You’ll want to back up your chats before moving forward. Here’s how:

• Open WhatsApp
• Tap Menu > Settings > Chats > Chat backup
• Choose a Google Drive account for backup
• Set your preferred backup frequency under the Automatic Backups section
• Although not compulsory, you can turn on the button to include videos in your backup. Note that the backup file size will increase, thereby slowing down the backup time.
• Choose Wi-Fi or Cellular for backup. Please note that backing up over cellular may result in additional data charges.

Make sure you remember the Google account used for the backup.

Step 3: Delete Your WhatsApp Account

Now go to:

• WhatsApp > Settings > Account > Delete My Account

Once your WhatsApp account is deleted, your number will be removed from the blocker’s blocked list. By deleting your number, it means you are no longer active on WhatsApp, so technically, you cannot block someone who’s not on WhatsApp.

Step 4: Clear WhatsApp App Data

• Go to your phone’s Settings
• Tap Apps > WhatsApp
• Tap Storage > Clear Data

This will reset the app on your device.

Step 5: Reinstall and Reactivate WhatsApp

• Open WhatsApp
• Register your phone number again
• You’re now starting fresh, like a new user

Step 6: Restore Your Chats

Once you verify your number, WhatsApp will prompt you to restore your backup.

• Select your Google Drive account
• Tap Restore
• Wait for your messages and media to load

Note: If you are installing WhatsApp without any prior backups from Google Drive, WhatsApp will automatically restore from your locally stored backup files.

Step 7: Re-Add the Blocked Contact

Now, save the contact you deleted earlier back to your phone. You should be able to message them again if the trick worked.

Warning: This trick removes you from all your WhatsApp groups. You’ll need to be re-added by group admins. This method might not work if the person blocks you again

Alternative Method to Unblock Yourself

If you don’t want to go through the account deletion method, here’s another simple trick. You can ask a mutual friend to help.

Here’s how it works:

1. Ask a mutual friend to create a WhatsApp group
2. Add you and the person who blocked you
3. Once the group is created, your friend can leave the group

Now, you and the blocked contact are in the same chat.

While you still can’t call the person, this method allows text communication through the group or even direct messages. It’s a useful way to pass a message or resolve issues without deleting your account.

Here is a video that explains how this method works:

Conclusion

We understand how frustrating getting blocked on WhatsApp can be, but these tricks give you a shot at reconnecting. The methods above involve no hacking or shady apps. But remember to use them responsibly and respect people’s boundaries, especially if they don’t want to reconnect with you.

Did this trick help you unblock yourself on WhatsApp?

Drop a comment below and let us know if it worked. Also, feel free to share other WhatsApp tips that have worked for you!

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