How to Block Someone on Facebook
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(Pocket-lint) – We’ve all been in a situation where blocking someone is sometimes the best course of action. Over the years, Facebook has evolved so much that it can be difficult to know how to block someone. Whatever the reason, it’s actually always pretty easy to block another Facebook user. Here’s how, what happens after you block someone, and everything you need to know.
How to Block Someone on Facebook
Desktop users
Log in to Facebook on the web, then follow these steps:
- Click on your profile picture at the top right of Facebook.
- Select Settings and privacy, then go to Settings > Privacy.
- Click Blocking in the left menu.
- In the Block users section, click “Add to block list”.
- Enter the name of the profile you want to block, then click Block.
If you are unable to find a profile using the above method, just go to the profile you want to block. From there, select the … option to the right of their profile, then click Block.
Mobile users
Log in to the Facebook mobile app and follow these steps:
- Find the person’s Facebook profile and select it.
- Tap on the… option next to the Message button.
- Tap Block in the menu that appears.
Want to see who you’ve blocked on Facebook?
To see a list of all the profiles you’ve blocked, log into Facebook on the web and click your profile picture in the top right. Select Settings and privacy > Settings > Privacy > Blocking.
In the Block Users section, click Edit, then click View Your Block List to view the list of profiles you’ve blocked on Facebook. From here you can also unblock a profile.
When you unblock a profile, you will no longer automatically be friends with that person on Facebook. If you block a profile and then unblock it, you will need to send it a new friend request.
What happens when you block someone on Facebook?
When you block someone on Facebook, their profile will no longer be able to tag you or see what you post on your timeline. By blocking someone, you also remove them from your profile.
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Why block a Facebook user?
If someone is harassing you or making you feel uncomfortable on Facebook, use the block feature. You can immediately silence him and prevent him from accessing your profile and contacting you.
You want to know more ?
Facebook has a support page dedicated entirely to removing friendships and blocking users, if you need more details.
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Written by Maggie Tillman.
