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Many people wish to view someone's WhatsApp status without the other person ever finding out. The good news is that you don't need to download a separate app to do this. This can be achieved using just a few simple phone settings and tricks. Let us show you how.

If you ever want to view someone's WhatsApp status without giving them the slightest hint that you did, there are several easy methods available. The best part is that you won't need any third-party apps for this. WhatsApp itself offers certain built-in features that allow you to view someone's status discreetly. Let's explore three simple methods that enable you to view someone's status without your name appearing in the viewer list.

Method 1: Turn Off Read Receipts

• Open WhatsApp on your phone.
• On Android, tap the three dots located at the top of the screen; on iPhone, go to 'Settings'.
• Now, navigate to the 'Privacy' option.
• Once there, toggle off the 'Read Receipts' setting.
• After doing this, you can freely view the other person's status, and they won't even know you did.

Keep in mind that you should keep 'Read Receipts' turned off until the status automatically expires after 24 hours. If you turn them back on before that time, your name will appear in the list of viewers.

Method 2: Use Airplane Mode

• First, open WhatsApp and wait a few seconds to allow the statuses to load automatically.
• Next, switch on 'Airplane Mode' on your phone and turn off your mobile data or Wi-Fi connection.
• Now, open the status of the person you wish to view and watch it at your leisure.
• Once you have finished viewing the status, completely close WhatsApp.
• Then, turn off 'Airplane Mode' and reconnect to the internet.

Note that this method works only if you completely close WhatsApp *after* viewing the status and *before* turning your internet connection back on.

Method 3: Use the File Manager on Android Phones

If you wish to view WhatsApp statuses without actually opening them within the app, there is a simple trick you can use on Android phones. In fact, status photos are temporarily saved in a hidden folder on your phone.

• First, open the 'Files' or 'File Manager' app on your phone.
• Next, go to the app's settings.
• There, enable the option labeled 'Show hidden files'.
• Afterward, navigate to the following path: Internal Storage > WhatsApp > Media > Statuses
• Here, you will find the status photos directly, allowing you to view them without opening WhatsApp.

Please note that this method primarily works for photo-based statuses; video statuses are not always found here.