WhatsApp is one of the most popular apps in India. Almost every person uses WhatsApp daily to talk, chat, and share messages. But not everyone uses WhatsApp properly. Some people try to misuse it by spreading fake news or doing wrong activities. Because of this, WhatsApp keeps checking all accounts and bans those which break rules.
In this article, we talk about how WhatsApp banned 98 lakh accounts in India in the month of June. We will also talk about why it banned them, what kind of activities are considered harmful, and what WhatsApp is doing to keep the platform safe.
WhatsApp Banned 98 Lakh Accounts in June 2025
In June 2025, whatsApp blocked nearly 98 lakh accounts in India. This is according to a new monthly report by the company that owns WhatsApp, Meta. It is a very big figure and it took many people by surprise. WhatsApp explained that it blocked such accounts because they were involved in harmful activities or were not following regulations.
Out of the total banned accounts, it is reported that about 37 lakh accounts saw a ban on them even before any person had complained about them. This is because WhatsApp located these accounts on its own, via its systems and tools. This indicates that WhatsApp takes the issue of keeping its app clean very seriously.
Why WhatsApp Bans So Many Accounts
WhatsApp bans accounts for many reasons. Some people try to cheat others. Some send fake offers or messages. Some spread hate or wrong news. And some use WhatsApp in a way that goes against its rules.
WhatsApp has set some strict rules for its users. If any user breaks these rules, WhatsApp takes action quickly. It wants to make sure that people feel safe while using the app. WhatsApp uses AI tools and reports from users to find out which accounts are doing wrong things.
Reports Received from Indian Users
In the same month, WhatsApp received 11,857 user reports from India. These reports were about different problems like spam, fake news, account support, safety, and more.
Out of these, WhatsApp took action on six reports. This may look like a small number, but WhatsApp has its own process to check each report. If it finds that the report is true, then it takes action. WhatsApp has a strong system to handle complaints and user feedback.
What Kind of Reports Were Received
Here are the types of reports that WhatsApp got in June 2025 from Indian users:
- Account support: 3,783 reports
- Ban appeal: 8,247 reports
- Other support: 200 reports
- Product support: 204 reports
- Safety: 176 reports
WhatsApp took action on five ban appeals and one safety-related report. The rest of the reports were reviewed, but no action was needed.
How WhatsApp Checks Accounts
WhatsApp uses a mix of AI, machine learning, and human teams to check accounts. It keeps a watch on accounts that send too many messages or get reported often. If WhatsApp finds anything wrong, it bans that account right away. Some accounts are banned automatically even before anyone reports them. This is done by WhatsApp’s system that works 24/7 to look for harmful activity.
India Is the Biggest Market for WhatsApp
India has the largest number of WhatsApp users in the world. This is why WhatsApp gives special focus to India. It keeps releasing monthly reports under the IT Rules 2021. These reports help users understand what WhatsApp is doing to protect them.
In June 2025, banning 98 lakh accounts shows that WhatsApp is working hard to stop bad actors on the platform. It wants to give users a safe experience and stop people who try to misuse it.
Grievance Report System by WhatsApp
WhatsApp also has a grievance system for users in India. If someone has a problem, they can contact WhatsApp through email or support. There is a special grievance officer for India who looks into complaints.
If a person thinks their account was banned by mistake, they can appeal to WhatsApp. If WhatsApp finds that the person is innocent, the account is unbanned. This process is done with care and full checking.