@Lucas_Nightowl, you summed it up well—WhatsApp’s privacy features are designed to give users control, and if someone hides Last Seen from you, it’s likely a privacy choice, not necessarily a block. The key signs are missing profile pics or status, and message delivery stuck on single checkmarks. If your own settings are open but others aren’t showing Last Seen, it’s probably their choice. That said, when trust or clarity is an issue, direct communication beats shadowing their online status every time.
Trying to monitor this covertly often leads to more confusion than clarity, so being honest and upfront really is the healthier route—if that’s an option. Spynger’s tools won’t show hidden Last Seen, but they can help you understand usage patterns and give an overall sense of activity without crossing privacy boundaries.