Understanding the Implications of Being Blocked on Instant Messaging Apps

When someone is blocked on an instant messaging app like IMO (International Mobile Originated), there are a number of consequences that the blocked party must be aware of. Blocking on IMO restricts the visibility of the blocked user's online status and profile picture, ensuring a nearly seamless interaction experience for the blocking party. Beyond this, any messages sent to the blocked user will be undelivered, and the blocked user will not receive notifications or messages from the person who blocked them.

Consequences of Blocking onIMO

When someone is blocked on IMO, the experience for the user who blocked is significantly different from a typical user. For one, the blocked individual will no longer see any indication of the blocker's online status, eliminating the 'available' status that often appears next to names. Instead, their profile picture might become unlinked or shown as unavailable, providing no clues as to whether the person is online or not.

On the other hand, the blocked user will experience various limitations when interacting with the person who blocked them. Any attempt to send messages to the blocker will result in a notification indicating that the message could not be delivered. This can be quite frustrating for the blocked user as they cannot communicate or receive any updates from the person who chose to block them. Communication virtually comes to a halt, making it difficult to maintain any form of connection or conversation.

Read-Only Status for Blocked Users

Some users may still wonder if there's any way to see what is happening on the app once they're blocked. The short answer is no. Even with a read-only status, blocked users cannot see the messages or any other activity from the person who blocked them. Everything remains in a state of silence, with no notifications or updates being received.

Identifying Blocked Status on iPhone and Android

It's also useful to understand how you can identify if someone has blocked you, especially when using different operating systems. On an iPhone, if someone blocks you, the system will notify you that the message could not be sent. Additionally, when checking the app, the blocked user's profile might show a broken link, indicating that the user is blocked.

On the other hand, Android users might face a different challenge. While there's no direct notification about being blocked, messages from the person who blocked you can be delivered as text messages, especially when the person is out of cell coverage or using a different mobile network. In this case, you may not receive notifications for the message attempts, and the messages might appear as text messages in your inbox.

One user mentioned that on an iPhone, the other person's profile may turn green if they are using the app, as the icon turns green for active users. However, if they are out of cell coverage, the icon may turn blue, resembling a text message notification. On an Android, the situation can be more complex. Users who rely solely on the app for communication might not receive any notifications when someone blocks them. Instead, they might get their voicemail or automated response when attempting to send a message.

Conclusion

The experience of being blocked on an instant messaging app can be quite isolating and frustrating, especially if one is unaware of the consequences. Understanding the technical details and notifications can help users navigate these situations more effectively. Whether you are using an iPhone or an Android device, the key is consistent communication and awareness of the app's features.

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