Whatsapp is a wonderful application that has completely changed our lives, but sometimes we want, to stop temporarily receive messages and calls, but at the same time, it may be worth continuing to consult internet sites to search for something ... turn off his camera, airplane mode or disconnect from the internet, are not the right solutions in his case.
Fortunately, there is a way to "disable" WhatsApp and continue to use the Internet on our mobile
Precisely, what I suggest is a simple and effective way to temporarily "shut down" WhatsApp. And continue to use other features of our smart phone that require an internet connection. Obviously, as soon as we get back on WhatsApp, we will receive all the messages sent during the time of our whatsapp disconnection.
Disconnect from WhatsApp on an Android device
The easiest way is to force the application to stop, Settings> apps> whatapp> Force Stop, but once you start whatsapp, you are connected again.
For devices with Google's mobile operating system, we can find some variations depending on the version and manufacturer. If you have root access, the process is very simple because only one needs to download this application (AFWall -Android Firewall) to block internet access (mobile data and WiFi connections) temporarily to WhatsApp.
If we do not have root access to our Android, there is no major problem. With this second application (Advanced PermissionManager),
This application allows you to manage independently, all the permission of each of the applications installed on your mobile device. Therefore, on the app, look for WhatsApp and deselect the Internet access option to this instant messaging service.