WhatsApp Accounts Under Review: Accounts of thousands of WhatsApp users are suddenly being closed for 24 hours. Now Meta has explained why this is happening, which users are being affected and what should be done next.
If your WhatsApp suddenly stops working, there is no need to panic. Thousands of users across several countries, including India, have experienced a situation where their accounts were placed under review for 24 hours without any prior warning. Consequently, they were unable to use their accounts and were informed that the review process could take up to 24 hours. What is particularly surprising is that many users claim they neither sent spam messages nor used third-party WhatsApp apps or violated any platform rules, yet their accounts were locked.
What exactly happened to the WhatsApp users’ accounts?
WhatsApp users in many countries, including India, suddenly saw an “Account Under Review” message on their accounts. Following this, they were unable to use features like chats, calls, and others. According to many users, they received no prior warning. In many instances, users were told their accounts were being reviewed and that the process could take up to 24 hours; normal account usage was not possible during this time.
Users in India were also affected
This issue was not limited to just one country. Many users in India also reported on social media and platforms like Reddit that their WhatsApp accounts had suddenly been locked. Given the large number of simultaneous reports, many users believe this could be due to a glitch in the automated moderation system or a technical bug. Some users reported that their accounts were restored within 2–3 hours, while others had to wait out the full 24-hour review period.
What should users do if their WhatsApp account is locked, and what mistakes should they avoid?
If you see the “Account Under Review” message on your WhatsApp, there is no need to panic. Keep the following points in mind:
- Use only the official WhatsApp app.
- Do not use any modified apps (such as GB WhatsApp, YoWhatsApp, etc.).
- Avoid repeatedly uninstalling the app or re-registering your number.
- If the “Request Review” option appears in the app, tap the ‘Review’ button to submit a request. – Wait for the review to be completed.
Meta confirms the issue and explains the reason
In an official statement regarding this matter, Meta said that the company continuously works to keep its platform secure and prevent misuse. As part of this process, its security systems investigate or take action against certain accounts showing suspicious activity. However, Meta acknowledged that its automated systems could make mistakes in some instances. The company stated that if a user’s account has been affected in error, efforts are underway to rectify the situation as quickly as possible and restore access to WhatsApp for those users.