6 common reasons why WhatsApp accounts are blocked: how to avoid being blocked

Have you ever had your WhatsApp account blocked? Was it blocked not long after you registered, or was you suddenly unable to log in when you were using it? Many cross-border e-commerce companies have encountered the problem of WhatsApp account blocking, but they don’t know the specific reason. Today, the editor will give you an inventory of the 6 common reasons for WhatsApp account blocking and how to prevent it. If you are interested, read on!

I. 6 common reasons why WhatsApp accounts are blocked

1. Sending a large number of messages frequently

If you send repeated content or advertising messages to a large number of contacts or groups in a short period of time, WhatsApp will detect the anomaly, and these messages are likely to be judged as spam, and eventually the account will be blocked.

2. Reported by a large number of users

WhatsApp already provides a "report" function. If you frequently send advertisements or promotional messages to people you don't know, invite too many people to join the group, or add users without permission, you may be reported. When your account is complained by multiple users, the platform may immediately ban your account or conduct a manual review.

3. Use unofficial WhatsApp clients

There are some modified versions of WhatsApp on the market. These versions provide some features that the official application does not have (such as hiding online status, group messaging, bulk adding of people, etc.), but WhatsApp officials have clearly stated that the use of these clients is not allowed and the relevant accounts will be banned.

4. Frequently join or create group chats in a short period of time

WhatsApp is cautious about creating multiple group chats or joining a large number of groups in a short period of time (such as joining more than 10 groups in a day). Once the system detects suspicious activity, the account may be blocked. Be careful not to repeatedly send marketing messages in the group.

5. Sending illegal or infringing content

WhatsApp is very strict about illegal content such as scams, hate speech, adult content, fraudulent behavior, etc. If your account is involved in these contents, it may be permanently blocked.

6. IP address anomaly

WhatsApp will monitor the user's IP address. If you frequently switch IPs or use low-quality proxies, the platform will easily detect abnormalities. Once abnormal IP switching or use of low-quality proxies is discovered, the system may mark you as a "suspicious account", which may lead to your account being blocked.

II. Tips to prevent WhatsApp from being blocked

1. Avoid frequent group messaging

(1) Reasonably control the number of messages sent daily. It is recommended that the number of messages sent should not exceed 50 (especially for unfamiliar users).

(2) Send messages in batches to avoid sending the same content to a large number of users at once. You can send personalized messages to each customer, such as nicknames, and send corresponding messages according to needs. It is recommended to establish interaction first and avoid sending advertising information directly. Your marketing effect may be better if you chat first.

2. Reduce the risk of being reported and improve the credibility of the account

(1) Do not send advertising information to strangers to avoid users being disgusted and reporting. You can first establish interaction with users and have normal conversations with them to make them familiar with your identity before promoting your products.

(2) Ensure that mass messages are valuable. You can increase user acceptance by providing industry information, preferential information, etc.

(3) Avoid harassing users, such as sending messages repeatedly, adding friends repeatedly without reason, etc.

3. Choose a safe and stable IP environment to avoid triggering risk control

(1) Avoid frequent switching of IP addresses and devices

(2) Do not use public networks or low-quality proxies. These IPs may have been marked as high risk by WhatsApp.

• You can use a high-quality proxy such as IPFoxy, which not only provides you with a stable network connection, but also ensures the purity of the IP address. It is recommended to use a static residential IP to ensure that the IP address of each login is consistent with normal user behavior and simulates a real user environment.

4. Control the frequency of joining and creating groups

(1) Limit the number of groups you join to 2-3 per day and avoid joining multiple groups in a short period of time. When creating a group chat, ensure that group members join voluntarily and do not randomly add people.

(2) Do not send repeated messages in the group frequently to avoid being reported by administrators or members.

(3) Stay active in group chats and occasionally post valuable content instead of just advertising.

5. Avoid using unofficial WhatsApp clients

Make sure to always use the official WhatsApp app and not third-party modified versions. If you are already using an unofficial version, switch to the official WhatsApp as soon as possible to reduce the risk of your account being blocked.

6. Bind your real phone number to reduce the risk of account blocking

Use a real mobile phone number to register WhatsApp, do not use a network virtual number. If you have multiple WhatsApp accounts, you can use different devices and IPs to log in to avoid multiple accounts sharing the same environment.

7. Maintain the account first, then operate it

(1) After registering, first engage in normal social activities (such as adding friends and sending ordinary messages). Do not send group messages or join a group immediately.

(2) Use WhatsApp to chat normally every day to simulate real-life usage habits.

(3) Use an account with a profile picture and introduction, and do not leave blank information, to enhance the credibility of the account.

(4) Avoid performing a large number of operations in a short period of time, such as continuously adding friends and joining groups.

III. Conclusion

The above are the six reasons why WhatsApp was blocked. If you are also troubled by account blocking, you might as well check the above six points one by one and pay attention to the methods to prevent blocking. Thank you for watching!