I know it can be really puzzling when your WhatsApp buddies receive your normal messages but somehow miss your broadcast messages. Before we jump to conclusions and blame it on those pesky network outages or technical glitches, let’s take a closer look at what might be going on behind the scenes. I’m here to help you get to the bottom of this, so let’s dive in and explore the possibilities together!
When you create a broadcast list on WhatsApp, the app clearly states that only contacts who have your number saved in their address book will receive your broadcast messages. If certain people aren’t getting your broadcast messages, it’s likely because they don’t have your contact number saved.
But normal messages don’t have this restriction. You can send regular messages to someone even if they haven’t saved your number, and they’ll still receive them without a hitch.
Now, I know what you might be thinking: “But I’m sure they have my number saved!” Let’s consider a couple of other scenarios:
- The contact may have changed their phone number. If you’ve added their old number to your broadcast list, but they’ve switched to a new one, that could be the culprit. The solution? Double-check with them, update your broadcast list with their new number, and make sure they’ve got your number saved too!
- Network issues can sometimes throw a wrench in the works. Even if your network was stable enough for someone to receive your normal messages, it might have hiccupped when you sent out your broadcast. If that’s the case, try moving to an area with a stronger network signal and give it another go.
But what if both your normal messages and broadcast messages are getting lost in the void? Here are a couple of reasons that could be happening:
- No internet connection: Without a reliable internet connection, WhatsApp simply can’t work its magic. Double-check your Wi-Fi or mobile data and see if switching between the two helps.
- The dreaded block: If you’ve been sending messages and they’re not getting through, it’s possible you’ve been blocked. Keep an eye out for telltale signs like a single checkmark that never turns into two, a missing last seen status, or an empty profile photo and stories.
Those are the main reasons why your broadcast messages might be going unnoticed, even when your normal messages are getting through. I hope this helps clear things up and gives you some ideas on how to tackle the issue head-on.