Over the past few months, WhatsApp has been aggressively filtering out spam accounts due to an increasing number of irrelevant promotional content and frauds on the platform. However, this has also negatively impacted a small set of genuine users who are extremely active on WhatsApp, leaving them locked out of their accounts. Here’s a guide to find out how to get your WhatsApp account unbanned. Let’s have a look.
How to Get Your WhatsApp Unbanned (For Temporary Bans)
In most cases, WhatsApp adds a temporary ban, which is regarded as a warning. Such types of ban can be easily cleared by using two simple methods.
Re-install WhatsApp Application
If you see a timer alongside the ban notice in WhatsApp, it means that you have received a temporary ban. While the best solution is to wait for the timer to turn zero, you can also try re-installing WhatsApp from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
If this method does not work for you, then try registering the same number on WhatsApp for Business.
Register for WhatsApp Business
Step 1: Download WhatsApp for Business from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
Step 2: Open the app, and select Agree and continue.
Step 3: If you have kept regular WhatsApp installed on your phone, you will see a prompt to use the same number on WhatsApp for Business. Choose this prompt.
If both methods do not work, then you are likely banned permanently on WhatsApp. Here’s what you can do in such a case.
How to Get Your WhatsApp Unbanned (For Permanent Bans)
A permanent ban on WhatsApp happens when a user violates the policies of the platform. Repeat offenders of temporary bans are also more likely to get banned permanently. The best way to recover a permanently banned WhatsApp account is by contacting the WhatsApp Support Team.
Use In-App Support
When you try to re-register a banned WhatsApp account, you will get a prompt to contact WhatsApp Support in the app itself. Here, select the Support button and appeal the ban by providing all the relevant information.
If you do not see this option, then you can directly contact WhatsApp from the official website.
Contact WhatsApp via Website
Step 1: Head over to the support section of the WhatsApp website.
Step 2: Enter your phone number, email address, and describe your appeal in a few words. You can also use the template provided below.
Subject: Request to Unban WhatsApp Account
Dear WhatsApp Team,
My WhatsApp account associated with the phone number +91 9876543210 has been banned. I believe that I have not violated any policies of the platform, and this ban has happened due to an error.
I request the team to look into this matter and reinstate my WhatsApp account. Please reach out if you need any supporting information in the process.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours sincerely,
ABC XYZ
Step 3: Now select Next Step and choose the Send Question option.
WhatsApp will contact you on your provided email ID within 24-48 hours. Note that the platform may ask for additional information to unban your account.
However, WhatsApp reserves the right to keep your account banned if they find you guilty of violating the terms and conditions. The platform also does not specify the exact reason for permanent bans. Hence, it is recommended to use WhatsApp wisely for personal communications and not for spam.