Here’s a breakdown of what happens when you block someone on popular messaging apps and social platforms:

Apps That Don’t Let Senders Know They’ve Been Blocked

Android Messages & iMessage
- Blocked Sender View: Messages show as sent but don’t appear on your phone.
- Tip: Turn off read receipts to avoid suspicion.
- Alternative: Use “Hide Alerts” to mute notifications without blocking.

Facebook Messenger
- Message-Only Block: Messages appear sent, but unread. Blocking on all Facebook makes it obvious.
- Read Receipts: Cannot be disabled.
- Alternative: Ignore messages (sends them to spam) or mute notifications.

Signal
- Blocked Sender View: Messages show as delivered, not read.
- Read Receipts: Can only disable for all contacts.
- Alternative: Mute chats temporarily or permanently.

WhatsApp
- Blocked Sender View: Messages show as sent, not delivered; profile photo disappears.
- Read Receipts: Disabled globally, not per contact.
- Alternative: Mute notifications instead of blocking.

Apps That Make Blocking Obvious

Instagram
- Blocked Sender View: Cannot find your account or send messages.
- Read Receipts: Cannot disable, so "seen" status is visible for unblocked chats.
- Alternative: Mute messages to avoid interaction without blocking.

LinkedIn
- Blocked Sender View: Displays an error message when attempting to message.
- Read Receipts: Toggle on/off in settings.
- Alternative: Mute conversations to stop notifications without blocking.

Twitter
- Blocked Sender View: A prominent “You’re blocked” message appears when they visit your profile.
- Read Receipts: Can be disabled globally.
- Alternative: Snooze Direct Message notifications instead of blocking.

Key Tips for Managing Unwanted Communication

• Muting vs. Blocking: Muting hides notifications while allowing you to review messages. Great for avoiding confrontation.
• Turn Off Read Receipts: Disabling this feature keeps your activity ambiguous.
• Evidence for Safety: If facing harassment, consider muting instead of blocking to retain evidence.

Choose your method wisely based on the app and situation!

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