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How Can I Recover My Banned WhatsApp Account?

In a nutshell: WhatsApp is a messaging platform that lets users send or receive personal and group messages and share news information. While you can send messages to anyone, it violates WhatsApp's Terms of Service to send bulk or automated messages to users you don't know. It's also advised to avoid sending broadcast messages frequently to avoid getting reported. Your account will be banned when a user reports you for frequently sending unwanted messages. If you've been banned from WhatsApp, below are a few things you can do to recover your account.

Nov 29, 2023

Introduction

WhatsApp is a messaging platform that lets users send or receive personal and group messages and share news information. While you can send messages to anyone, it violates WhatsApp's Terms of Service to send bulk or automated messages to users you don't know. It's also advised to avoid sending broadcast messages frequently to avoid getting reported. Your account will be banned when a user reports you for frequently sending unwanted messages. If you've been banned from WhatsApp, below are a few things you can do to recover your account.

Open WhatsApp web and tap Contact Us.

You will see a message that says your account isn't allowed to use WhatsApp when your number is banned. The app probably detected unusual activities in your account or a user reported you to WhatsApp. If you didn't violate the Terms of Service and think banning you is a mistake, email them as soon as possible. WhatsApp will review your account, and you should be able to recover it if you used the app responsibly and didn't violate their Terms of Service.

Fill Out the Form

Fill out the Contact Us form and provide them with a detailed description of your problem. Don't forget to also send them screenshots. WhatsApp will review your account and get back to you ASAP.

Contact WhatsApp Via the App

If you don't use WhatsApp web, open the app and tap Request a Review.

Wait for the 6-digit Code

Check your mobile phone for the 6-digit registration code you need to type in to verify your account. After verification, you'll be asked to provide details about your case. Make sure to provide them with screenshots. WhatsApp will carefully review your case, and you should hear from them as soon as possible. Users who didn't violate WhatsApp Terms of Service should be able to recover their accounts.

Review WhatsApp Acceptable Use of Services

After contacting WhatsApp and recovering your account, review the app's terms to avoid being banned again. You may no longer be able to recover your account if your number is banned multiple times. You shouldn't have any problems as long as you learn how to use the app appropriately and don't send unwanted messages to people you don't know. If you have further questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with them.

Conclusion

Don't violate WhatsApp's Terms of Service to avoid being banned; use the app responsibly. You may also be banned when a user reports you for sending unwanted messages. If a user asks you to stop sending them messages, remove their number from your address book and don't contact them again. Otherwise, they may report you for sending unwanted messages. Avoid sending bulk or automated messages as well. Never share users' contact information without their consent to third parties to avoid problems with WhatsApp. If you have questions about a banned WhatsApp account, contact Customer Support.

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