The unnamed 32-year-old woman will also have to pay a USD 5,333 fine for "ruining the reputation of the man," a court has ruled.
The case was submitted at the Al Qatif criminal court in eastern Saudi Arabia by the man following an argument. The nature of the row is unknown.
Article three of the Saudi Anti-Cyber Crime Law states that any person who commits 'defamation and infliction of damage upon others' using technological devices may have to face imprisonment for up to a year and a fine not exceeding USD 133,310.
In 2013, the Saudi Arabian government considered banning WhatsApp. Some people believe the government's effort to control WhatsApp is due to firm laws on how men and women should interact in the kingdom.