How do I make the blue tick invisible on WhatsApp?

The blue ticks on WhatsApp indicate when a message has been delivered and read by the recipient. While this can be useful, sometimes you may want to read messages without the sender knowing. Here are a few ways to make the blue ticks invisible on WhatsApp.

Disable Read Receipts

The easiest way to hide the blue ticks is to disable read receipts in WhatsApp. This prevents the ticks from turning blue even after you’ve read a message. To disable read receipts:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
2. Tap Account > Privacy.
3. Toggle off Read Receipts.

This will stop the ticks from turning blue when you read messages. However, the sender can still see if the message has been delivered.

Enable Airplane Mode

Another trick is to enable Airplane Mode on your phone before opening WhatsApp. Airplane Mode disconnects you from the internet, so WhatsApp is unable to send or receive any data. When you read messages in Airplane Mode, the ticks will not turn blue.

To use Airplane Mode to hide blue ticks:

1. Enable Airplane Mode on your phone.
2. Open WhatsApp and read your messages.
3. Once done, close WhatsApp and disable Airplane Mode.

When WhatsApp reconnects to the internet, the ticks will still remain grey.

The disadvantage is that you won’t receive any new messages until you disable Airplane Mode. But it ensures no blue ticks are sent out.

Disable Internet Connection

Similarly, you can turn off mobile data or Wi-Fi before launching WhatsApp. With no internet connectivity, WhatsApp won’t be able to send out the read receipt to your contacts. Just remember to disable internet after reading your messages.

Block Sender

If you want to hide blue ticks from a specific person, consider blocking them. When you block a contact, WhatsApp disables read receipts between you and that person. So they won’t see blue ticks or even know if you’ve read their messages.

To block someone:

1. Open the chat with the contact.
2. Tap More options > Block contact.

This stops any blue tick information being sent to that person. Note that blocking someone also removes your messages from their chat screen.

Use WhatsApp Web

The WhatsApp desktop app and web version do not send read receipts. So when using WhatsApp Web, your contacts can’t see if you’ve read their messages.

To use this method:

1. Go to web.whatsapp.com and scan the QR code with your phone to link it.
2. On your computer, read and reply to messages as normal. The ticks will remain grey.

The caveat is that if you read the message later on your phone, the blue tick will show up then. So only read messages on the desktop if you want to avoid the tick.

Use Notification Preview

On Android phones, you can read WhatsApp message previews in the notification shade without triggering the blue ticks. But the full message text is not displayed.

To do this:

1. When receiving a WhatsApp message, a preview pops up.
2. Without opening the app, swipe down on the notification and read the preview.
3. Once done, clear the notification without opening the chat.

This prevents the ticks from going blue. But it only shows a snippet of the message.

Use Unread Notification Badge

On iPhones, you can view the number of unread messages in WhatsApp without triggering blue ticks. Enable ‘Badge App Icon’ in WhatsApp settings to show a small red badge on the app icon.

To do this:

1. Go to WhatsApp Settings > Notifications > Badge App Icon.
2. Toggle on Show Number of Unread Messages.

Now when new messages come in, the badge shows how many unread messages exist. Tap and hold the WhatsApp icon to preview only the number of messages, not the content.

Delete Messages Before Reading

One sneaky trick is to delete messages before reading them. This prevents the blue tick from being sent out.

To do this on iPhone:

1. Swipe left on the unread message and tap More.
2. Delete the message.

On Android:

1. Long press the unread message.
2. Tap Delete.

By removing messages before reading them, you avoid triggering the blue tick. But this only works if you delete messages as soon as they arrive, without reading them.

Use Third-party Apps

Some third-party apps like Unseen and Flychat let you read WhatsApp messages discreetly. They fetch your messages in the background and allow you to read them without the blue ticks. However, these apps tend to get banned or stop working, and also raise security risks.

Conclusion

Disabling read receipts is the best honest approach to prevent blue ticks on WhatsApp. Airplane mode, blocking contacts, and using WhatsApp Web also work well. Sneakier methods like deleting unread messages can cause confusion or misunderstandings.

Overall, the blue tick is a useful WhatsApp feature that shows messages were received and read. There are legitimate reasons to disable it occasionally. But turning it off completely or trying to trick the system could undermine positive communication.

Use the privacy settings and notification options respectfully to disable blue ticks when you need some space. Be wise about when it’s appropriate and when it could potentially be abused. With the right approach, you can maintain healthy relationships on WhatsApp without revealing every moment you’ve read a message.

WhatsApp’s blue ticks act as delivery and read receipts for messages. They provide useful confirmation that texts have been successfully sent and seen. However, there are a few legitimate reasons why someone may want to read messages without triggering the blue tick:

• Avoiding disruptions at work when you cannot reply immediately
• Preventing the sender from feeling ignored if you’ve read but not responded
• Maintaining privacy when you are busy and don’t want others tracking your activity

The following methods allow reading messages on WhatsApp without the blue tick appearing:

Disable Read Receipts

In WhatsApp Settings > Account > Privacy, turn off read receipts. This prevents the ticks from turning blue when you read messages. The downside is that senders can still see if you’ve received a message.

Enable Airplane Mode

Reading messages in airplane mode stops blue ticks because there is no internet connectivity. But you also won’t receive new messages until airplane mode is disabled.

Use WhatsApp Web

The web and desktop versions of WhatsApp do not send read receipts. So you can read messages there without triggering the blue tick. Just remember to clear notifications on your phone.

Block Contacts

Blocking someone on WhatsApp disables read receipts between you and that contact. So your messages cannot be seen as ‘read’.

Delete Unread Messages

Sneakily deleting unread messages before opening them prevents the blue tick from being sent. But this could also cause confusion.

The blue tick is no doubt useful for message confirmation. But blocking it occasionally has legitimate privacy benefits. Use these tricks transparently and ethically as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do my ticks not turn blue?

There are a few reasons why your WhatsApp ticks may stay gray and not turn blue, even after a message is read:

• The recipient has disabled read receipts in their settings.
• Your message is still pending due to poor connectivity.
• The recipient read your message in airplane mode.
• Their phone battery died before reading the message.
• They deleted your chat without reading the latest messages.
• Your account or number is blocked by the recipient.

Can I hide blue ticks from specific contacts?

Yes, you can hide blue ticks from certain contacts by:

• Disabling read receipts in individual chats.
• Blocking specific contacts.

This ensures those people cannot view your read receipts.

Is disabling blue ticks bad?

Disabling blue ticks is not necessarily bad. There are valid reasons like:

• Avoiding distractions at work or school
• Preventing someone from feeling ignored if you cannot reply immediately
• Keeping your online status private if you are busy

However, permanently disabling blue ticks and read receipts for no good reason can negatively impact relationships and communication.

Can I get in trouble for disabling blue ticks?

Generally, there is no problem with ethically disabling blue ticks on WhatsApp. The feature is there for convenience but not legally mandatory to use. However, persistently disabling blue ticks to ignore others or give them the false impression messages were not received could be considered unethical behavior.

Tips for Ethically Using Read Receipts

• Be transparent about disabling blue ticks for legitimate reasons.
• Do not manipulate settings to intentionally ignore others.
• Disable read receipts temporarily but not permanently.
• Never use tricks or third-party apps to secretly read messages.
• Communicate with important contacts that you may not reply instantly but will respond.

Using WhatsApp’s read receipts and blue ticks ethically is vital for building trust in relationships. Be wise about when to enable or disable the feature.

Conclusion

WhatsApp’s blue ticks provide useful read receipts but can also be disabled when required. There are legitimate reasons like avoiding disruptions at work or maintaining privacy. Methods like disabling read receipts, using WhatsApp Web, and enabling airplane mode allow reading messages without triggering the tick. However, it is unethical to exploit these tricks to intentionally ignore others. With transparent communication and wise settings management, blue ticks can be disabled for good reasons without undermining relationships.