Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWhatsApp users have reported being mysteriously removed or blocked (AFP/Getty)Many WhatsApp users have reported being mysteriously removed or blocked from the messaging app without explanation. Affected users receive a notification stating their account activity is being reviewed for compliance with Terms of Service, with a result expected within 24 hours. WhatsApp acknowledges that it sometimes incorrectly bans accounts but states these measures are necessary to prevent abuse, spam, scams, or safety risks. Reasons for bans can include using unofficial app versions or “scraping” (automated data extraction), with temporary bans potentially becoming permanent if behaviour continues. A WhatsApp spokesperson confirmed they are working to restore wrongly suspended accounts “as quickly as possible' while emphasising the importance of rules for user security. In fullPeople are mysteriously disappearing off WhatsAppMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
WhatsApp users report being mysteriously blocked from app
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWhatsApp users have reported being mysteriously removed or blocked (AFP/Getty)Many WhatsApp users have reported being mysteriously removed or blocked from the messaging app without explanation. Affected users receive a notification stating their account activity is being reviewed for compliance with Terms of Service, with a result expected within 24 hours. WhatsApp acknowledges that it sometimes incorrectly bans accounts but states these measures are necessary to prevent abuse, spam, scams, or safety risks. Reasons for bans can include using unofficial app versions or “scraping” (automated data extraction), with temporary bans potentially becoming permanent if behaviour continues. A WhatsApp spokesperson confirmed they are working to restore wrongly suspended accounts “as quickly as possible' while emphasising the importance of rules for user security. In fullPeople are mysteriously disappearing off WhatsAppMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
