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- On Monday evening, WhatsApp temporarily disabled multiple user accounts in India and other regions, placing them "under review" for up to 24 hours and blocking access to all app features.
- Affected users complained on social media that they received no prior warning or explanation for the action.
- A WhatsApp spokesperson said the platform works to ban abusive accounts, acknowledged that mistakes can happen, and said it tries to fix them quickly.
- The company did not say what triggered the reviews, how many users were affected, or whether an automated system or glitch was responsible.
What to watch next
- Whether WhatsApp explains the cause of the reviews or confirms a technical glitch or automated moderation error.
- Whether affected users regain access within the stated 24-hour review window.
- Whether the number of impacted accounts and any formal response from Indian authorities are disclosed.
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