This article explains how to block receiving calls from specific users on WhatsApp. It is not possible to disable the reception of all WhatsApp calls, although to solve the problem it is possible to disable the application notifications or use the "Do Not Disturb" function of the iOS operating system.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Block Calls from WhatsApp Contacts
Step 1. Launch the WhatsApp app on the iPhone or iPad
It is characterized by a green cartoon icon with a white telephone handset inside. Normally, it is placed on the Home of the device.
This procedure also blocks the receipt of messages sent by the specified user. Unfortunately, there is no way to block receiving calls without blocking messages as well
Step 2. Press the Chat tab
It features an icon depicting two overlapping speech bubbles and is located in the lower right corner of the screen.
Step 3. Select the person you want to block
If there is no chat with the person you want to block, tap the "New chat" icon (it is the square one with a pencil inside located in the upper right corner of the screen) and select the contact from the list that will appear
Step 4. Tap the name of the person you want to block
It is located at the top of the chat screen. Your profile will then be displayed.
Step 5. Scroll down the page and select the Block Contact option
It is one of the entries in red, displayed at the bottom of the profile page of the chosen person. A menu will then appear.
Step 6. Press the Lock button
In this way, the selected user will no longer be able to contact you on WhatsApp with calls or messages.
Method 2 of 3: Disable WhatsApp Notifications
Step 1. Launch the Settings app
iPhone or iPad.
Normally, it is placed on the Home of the device.
Step 2. Choose the Notifications item
It is characterized by a red icon inside which there is a square with a white dot in the upper right corner.
Step 3. Scroll through the list of apps to be able to select the WhatsApp option
The program notification settings screen will appear.
Step 4. Disable the "Allow Notifications" slider by moving it to the left
By disabling WhatsApp notifications you will not be disturbed when you receive new messages or calls.
Method 3 of 3: Use Do Not Disturb Mode
Step 1. Launch the Settings app
iPhone or iPad.
Normally, it is placed on the Home of the device.
- While there is no method to block receiving calls on WhatsApp, you can get around this by activating the "Do Not Disturb" mode of your iOS device.
- When your smartphone or tablet is in "Do Not Disturb" mode, you will not receive any notification, and the vibration and screen lighting will be disabled.
Step 2. Tap the Do Not Disturb option
It features a purple icon with a white crescent inside.
Step 3. Activate the Do Not Disturb slider by moving it to the right
This will silence all notifications, alerts and incoming calls when the device screen is locked.
