How to Block Someone on Facebook
Block someone on Facebook to stop them from seeing your profile, sending messages, or tagging you.
Steps
- 1
Open Facebook
and sign into your account.
- 2
Go to the person's profile.
Search their name at the top and click their profile in the results.
- 3
Click the three dots
on the right side of their profile, below the cover photo.
- 4
Select "Block"
from the menu. A confirmation window appears.
- 5
Click "Confirm"
to finish. The person is now blocked and will not be notified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the person know I blocked them?Show
No, Facebook does not send a notification when someone is blocked. The person may notice they can no longer find your profile.
What happens to our old messages?Show
Your old messages with that person stay in your inbox. You can delete them if you want, but blocking does not remove them.
Can I unblock someone later?Show
Yes, go to Settings, then Blocking, find their name, and click "Unblock." You will need to send a new friend request to reconnect.
What if the person creates a new account to contact me?Show
Creating a new account to contact someone who blocked you is against Facebook rules. Report the new account to Facebook.
Does blocking work on Messenger too?Show
Yes, blocking on Facebook also blocks the person in Messenger. They cannot call or message you.
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