10 WhatsApp habits that drive us insane
These are some of the most annoying WhatsApp habits that deserve to be banned immediately. Which one do you hate the most?
WhatsApp is great for keeping in touch, but let’s be honest – some people make it painful to use.
Whether it’s those disappearing messages, long-winded voice notes, or those annoying “Hey” messages with no follow-up, we’ve all been victims of WhatsApp crimes.
Here’s a list of the top 10 WhatsApp pet peeves that make us want to uninstall the app (but we won’t because FOMO is real).
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1. The "blue tick" houdini
They’ve read your message. You know they have. Yet thanks to disabled blue ticks, they can pretend they haven’t.
Cool. Love that, because nothing says “I respect you” like ignoring my perfectly crafted text while actively posting on your status.
Who does this? People who owe you money, toxic exes, and that one friend who’s suddenly “so busy” after asking for a favour.
2. The “last seen” ghost
They were last online… never. That’s because they’ve hidden their “last seen” status. Now, you can’t tell if they’re dodging you or just living their best private life. Either way, it’s suspicious.
If I wanted this level of mystery, I’d be watching a crime documentary.
Who does this? Serial ghosters, commitment-phobes, and people who only text you back when they need something.
3. The vanishing act (disappearing messages)
Ever tried to reread a message, only to find it – poof – gone? Some people love using disappearing messages, making every conversation feel like a top-secret spy mission.
What are you hiding, bro? If your texts have the same lifespan as a Snapchat story, maybe you just shouldn’t be texting at all.
Who does this? Shady individuals, people who lie for a living, and anyone who doesn’t want their receipts "receipting".
4. The podcast producer (long voice notes)
If your voice note is longer than a Netflix episode intro, we have a problem. Nobody has time to sit through a five-minute monologue when a simple “Yes” or “No” would do.
Text exists for a reason! If I wanted to listen to something that long, I’d just call you. (But I won’t, because I don’t want to.)
Who does this? Storytellers, over-explainers, and that one aunt who refuses to text.
5. The “Hey” with no follow-up
They send “Hey.” And then? Nothing. Are we supposed to guess what you want? Are you waiting for an invitation to say more?
Just tell me what you need already! Am I supposed to guess? Are we playing charades? Get to the point before I block you.
Who does this? People who thrive on drama, attention-seekers, and that one ex who still can’t let go.
6. The group chat kidnapper
You open WhatsApp and boom – you’ve been added to a random group without your consent. Suddenly, you’re in a family prayer group or a reunion for a school you barely remember.
And the worst part? They expect you to stay.
Who does this? Overexcited event planners, your extended family, and that friend who swears “It’ll be fun.” (Spoiler alert: it won’t.)
7. The read-and-ignorer
You send a heartfelt message. They read it. And then… silence. No reply, no reaction. Just pure disrespect. It’s worse than being left on delivered because now you know they saw it and just chose to pretend you don’t exist.
Why did you open it then? Just to emotionally damage me? At least pretend to care!
Who does this? Busy people, passive-aggressive friends, and anyone who enjoys causing unnecessary pain.
8. The forward freak
Some people treat WhatsApp like a personal news channel, flooding your chats with forwarded messages.
“Share this with 10 people or you’ll have bad luck.”
No, Auntie, I won’t.
Who does this? Parents, older relatives, and conspiracy theorists who believe everything they see on Facebook.
9. The typing… typing… typing… and nothing
You see them typing for what feels like ages. You wait, anticipating a life-changing message. What are they about to say? Is this a life-changing confession? A deep thought? Then, nothing. They vanish.
Excuse me? Did you write a novel and delete it? What were you going to say?!
Who does this? Overthinkers, drama queens, and people who like wasting your time.
10. The good morning harassment
Every morning, without fail, they send you a bright, glittery “Good morning” image. Multiply that by 10 different group chats, and your phone feels like a motivational poster factory.
Ma’am, it’s 6 am. Leave me alone.
Who does this? Your mom, your aunt, and that one uncle who still thinks WhatsApp is a revolutionary invention.
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All of these WhatsApp crimes get on our nerves one way or another, but we all have that one that we just can’t handle.
Which one annoys you the most?
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