Multiple WhatsApp accounts put under review: Reasons, how to appeal & more
WhatsApp has temporarily banned numerous user accounts for 24-hour review periods, citing potential violations of terms of service such as scraping or using unofficial apps. The company has acknowledged that some of these actions were errors and is working to restore access to affected users.
Why it matters
As a primary communication tool for millions, sudden account suspensions highlight the impact of automated moderation policies on daily digital life.
Meta-owned WhatsApp has put multiple accounts, including those in India, under review for 24 hours. According to a report by PTI, access to all app features for the impacted accounts have been blocked, prompting users to flag the issue on social media platforms. Users reported seeing the following message on WhatsApp app screen: "Account in review. Date requested: 3 Aug 2026. Your account activity and device info is being checked to make sure it follows our terms of service. We will notify you of the result typically within 24 hours." The disruption was highlighted around 8 pm IST when users took to Elon Musk-owned X flagging the issue. "My WhatsApp account has been disabled without any explanation. I have already submitted an appeal, but the review page only displays a generic message stating that it will "typically be reviewed within 24 hours.
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