It only takes one swipe one wrong tap and suddenly you’ve reported and blocked someone on WhatsApp you didn’t mean to. Maybe it was a friend, a client, or a family member. Maybe your screen slipped. Maybe you panicked. And now you’re wondering: Can you undo it? Is there any way to reverse a WhatsApp report and block?
This question has become increasingly common, especially as WhatsApp encourages users to report suspicious contacts for safety. But mistakes happen. And unfortunately, WhatsApp does not make the answer obvious.
This in-depth, research-backed guide breaks down exactly what happens after you report someone, what you can still fix, what’s permanent, and how to recover the conversation.
What Happens When You Report and Block Someone on WhatsApp?
To understand whether you can reverse it, you first need to understand what the action actually does.
When you report and block a contact, WhatsApp does three things:
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Blocks the person (they cannot message or call you).
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Deletes the chat from your device (locally removed).
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Sends recent messages to WhatsApp for review (the “report” part).
Once these steps happen, some parts are reversible, but others are not.
Can You Reverse a Report on WhatsApp? The Real Truth
Here’s the straightforward answer:
🔴 No You cannot reverse or undo a report once submitted.
Once WhatsApp receives a report, it’s sent to their moderation system automatically. There is no “Undo Report” button, no request form, and no manual appeal.
However
🟢 You can reverse the block and reconnect with the person.
This means you can continue the conversation normally if neither account was penalized.
The reporting action is permanent, but the blocking action is not.
How to Unblock Someone After Reporting on WhatsApp
If your goal is simply to reconnect or resume chatting, here’s the fix.
Step-by-Step: Unblock the Contact
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Open WhatsApp Settings
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Go to Privacy
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Tap Blocked contacts
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Find the person’s name/number
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Tap Unblock
Once unblocked, you can receive new messages again.
Important Note:
You cannot recover deleted chats unless you have a backup (covered below).
How to Restore Deleted Chat After Reporting Someone
When you report a contact, the entire chat is removed. But you may still get it back depending on your backup settings.
You can recover the chat if:
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You had WhatsApp backup enabled before the report.
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The backup includes the chat history before deletion.
How to Restore the Chat
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Uninstall WhatsApp
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Reinstall WhatsApp
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Verify your number
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Tap Restore when asked to restore backup
If the chat existed in the backup, it will return.
If you had no backup:
❌ The chat is permanently gone.
What Happens to the Person You Reported?
Many users fear that a mistaken report may get someone banned. Here’s the truth:
WhatsApp only acts if:
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The reported messages violate WhatsApp’s policies
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The account has multiple reports
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There is clear evidence of harmful activity (spam, threats, scams)
So in most innocent cases:
🟢 Nothing happens to the person you reported.
A single mistaken report rarely results in any punitive action.
They will not know you reported them but they will know you blocked them (once they try to contact you).
Can You Tell Someone That You Reported Them Accidentally?
If it’s someone you know family, colleague, friend here are ways to handle the situation:
1. Unblock Them and Message Normally
Simply explain:
“Hey, sorry! I accidentally tapped report and block. It was a total mistake.”
2. Contact Them Through Another Platform
If you cannot message on WhatsApp yet, use:
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SMS
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Instagram
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Facebook
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Email
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A direct phone call
Why WhatsApp Doesn’t Allow Undoing Reports
From a cybersecurity perspective, an “Undo Report” button could be misused. For example:
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Scammers might retract reports to avoid detection.
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Abusive users could report and then “undo” evidence.
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It could compromise user safety protocols.
This is why WhatsApp treats reports as irreversible.
When Should You Use “Report and Block”?
Experts recommend using it only when:
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You receive spam or suspicious links
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Someone harasses or threatens you
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Unknown numbers send promotional messages
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You suspect fraud, scams, phishing, hacking
For genuine contacts, use Block instead of Report and Block.
FAQs
1. Can I unreport someone on WhatsApp?
➡️ No, reporting cannot be undone.
2. If I unblock them, will it cancel the report?
➡️ No, unblocking has no effect on the report already submitted.
3. Will WhatsApp ban someone if I reported them by mistake?
➡️ Unlikely. One accidental report rarely results in action.
4. Can I recover the deleted chat?
➡️ Yes but only if you had a backup.
5. Will they know I reported them?
➡️ No. WhatsApp does not notify users about reports.
6. Can I still receive their messages after unblocking them?
➡️ Yes, everything returns to normal.
Conclusion
Accidentally tapping “Report and Block” on WhatsApp happens more often than you think. While you cannot undo the report, you can unblock the person, reconnect, and even restore chat history if you had backup enabled.
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