Even though WhatsApp is the most popular instant messaging app, it still lacks spam-blocking options. You do not have the option to block spam message senders, and it does not use any filter to prevent spam.

The blocking option is all you get to prevent spam from landing in your inbox. You may also want to block users you don’t want to stay in touch with.

While blocking and unblocking users on WhatsApp is easy, what about the messages the user sends after getting blocked? In this article, we will discuss retrieving blocked messages on WhatsApp.

How does the WhatsApp Blocking feature work?

If you have someone in your WhatsApp contact list with whom you don’t want to connect, you can block them. Once you block a contact on WhatsApp, you stop receiving their messages, calls, and status updates.

According to WhatsApp, here’s what happens when you block someone on the App:

• The blocked user won’t see your last seen, online, status updates.
• The messages, calls, and status updates the blocked contact sends won’t appear on your phone.
• Blocking a contact will only remove the contact from your WhatsApp contact list. It will not remove the contact from your phone book.

If you have blocked someone, you may wonder if it is possible to retrieve messages from a contact you’ve blocked?

Can You Retrieve Blocked Messages on WhatsApp?

Once you block a person on WhatsApp, they can still send you messages, but you won’t receive them. You will receive the new messages only after you unblock them.

Also, once you block someone on WhatsApp, you won’t see their calls or messages in your inbox anymore.

Now let’s come to the question, ‘Can I retrieve blocked messages on WhatsApp’? Technically, you can’t retrieve the blocked messages, but a few workarounds give you some chance to see the blocked messages.

How to Retrieve Blocked Messages on WhatsApp?

If you actively use WhatsApp, you may already know about the message archive feature. The feature allows you to hide messages from your chat list.

Sometimes, we accidentally archive messages instead of deleting them. So, you can try checking the archive section to see if you deleted the messages before blocking someone on WhatsApp. Chances are that you’ve accidentally selected the archive option instead of Delete. Here’s what you need to do.

1. Open the WhatsApp app and scroll to the bottom of your chat feed.

2. Tap on the Archived option at the bottom of the screen.

3. Now check whether the messages of the blocked contact have been archived. Select the chat and tap on the Unarchiveicon.

This is how you can check the archive section of your WhatsApp to find blocked messages. Once unarchived, you can see the messages received before blocking the person.

Retrieve Blocked WhatsApp Messages via Google Backup

WhatsApp allows you to back up and restore chats on a new Android device. This feature is very useful and can recover blocked WhatsApp messages.

This method will only recover messages you have already received on your account. If the person sent you messages after getting blocked, they won’t appear.

1. First of all, uninstall the WhatsApp app from your Android smartphone.

2. Once uninstalled, install it again from the Google Play Store.

3. Next, open the WhatsApp app and verify your phone number.

4. You will get an option to restore your chats from Google Drive. Select the backup file and tap on the Restore button.

5. Now, wait for the restoration process to complete. Once completed, tap on the Next button.

Once restored, you will find your chats back. This chat will have the messages of the person you have blocked.

Retrieve Blocked Messages using Third-Party Apps

There are quite a few third-party apps available on the web that claim to retrieve blocked WhatsApp Messages. These groups of apps are known as WhatsApp Mods or modified versions of official WhatsApp.

Most apps are banned and taken down for security and privacy reasons. Also, WhatsApp takes strict action against those who use these mod apps to maximize the features.

There’s always a risk of hacking, viruses, and malware linked with using WhatsApp Mods, and avoiding such apps is recommended. Also, there’s a risk of giving away all sensitive details, including the chats, to the app developers.

However, if you can’t stand your urge to view blocked WhatsApp messages, you can use such apps for a limited time. You must ensure the mod app is clean from viruses and has no security/privacy risks.

How to Block/Unblock Someone on WhatsApp?

If you want to connect with someone you’ve blocked, you first need to unblock them. Similarly, if you don’t want to receive messages, calls, etc from someone, you need to block them on WhatsApp.

It’s very easy to block or unblock someone on WhatsApp; we have already shared a guide on it: How to Block & Unblock Someone on WhatsApp.

Make sure to go through the steps to know all the options to block or unblock a user on the app.

Also Read: How to Send Anonymous Messages on WhatsApp

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see messages from someone I blocked on WhatsApp after unblocking?

No! You can’t see the messages from someone you’ve blocked on WhatsApp. However, if you unblock the contact, you will receive new messages, calls, or status updates.

Does blocking on WhatsApp delete messages?

No! Blocking doesn’t affect your chat history. When you block a contact on WhatsApp, your chat history will remain untouched. However, if you manually delete the chat, you will lose the chat history, including the media files or any file types exchanged on the chat.

What happens to a blocked WhatsApp message?

If a person you’ve blocked sends you a message, they will only see one check mark (message sent) and never see the second check mark (message delivered). Also, you won’t receive any messages, calls, or status updates the contact sent you when they were blocked.

Can someone read messages when blocked on WhatsApp?

Yes, the person can read the existing messages sent on the chat. They will never know that they have been blocked. However, any messages they send you will not be delivered.

These are the few best ways to retrieve blocked messages on WhatsApp. Technically, you can only see your conversations with the person before blocking. There’s no way to check messages sent after they are blocked. If you have any more doubts, let us know in the comments.