How do I block a Facebook app?

Given social media's ability to message virtually anyone, there are certain pitfalls with having a profile on Facebook. If you're on the receiving end of some online trolling or harassment, you may want to block someone from messaging you or viewing your Facebook profile. Thankfully, Facebook makes this a fairly straightforward process, and it doesn't alert the other person that you blocked them.

Here's how to block someone on Facebook.

What blocking means on Facebook

When you block someone on Facebook, it prevents that person from interacting with your Facebook profile in a variety of ways. Facebook doesn't tell the person that they are blocked, but there are some ways that they can find out.

Blocks are also specific to each profile you have. This means that if you have multiple Facebook profiles you don't want someone to be able to interact with, you will need to block the person on all of your other profiles.

Quick tip: Blocking someone you are friends with on Facebook will also unfriend them.

People that you have blocked cannot:

• See your posts.
• Invite you to Facebook groups or events.
• Search for you on Facebook.
• Send you private messages.
• Tag you in posts.
• Send you a friend request.

To keep track of who you've blocked, you can follow our guide. There, you also have the ability to unblock someone but you cannot block the user again for 48 hours.

How to block someone on Facebook using the desktop website

1. Go to your Facebook profile.

2. Click on the down arrow on the top right of the window.

3. Click Settings & Privacy.

Select Settings and Privacy.

Select Settings.

From the left menu pane, select Blocking.

In the Block Users box, enter the name of the person or page you want to block, then select Block.

In the Block People list, choose the specific person or page you want to block, and then select Block.

A confirmation box appears, explaining the ramifications of blocking someone. To proceed, select Block [name].

You blocked the user on Facebook, and their name appears on your Block users list.

Alternatively, go to the profile page of the person you want to block and select the three dots on the upper-right menu bar. Select Block, then select Block again to confirm.

If you change your mind, select Unblock > Confirm to unblock this user. You'll need to send another friend request to reinstate all contact.

After you unblock someone, you must wait a few days before you can block them again.

How to Block Someone on the Facebook App

It's also possible to block someone using the Facebook iOS or Android mobile app.

1. Go to the profile page of the person you want to block.

2. Tap More (three dots) under and to the right of the person's name.

3. Tap Block.

4. In the confirmation pop-up, tap Block again.

   
   

   Alternatively, tap the Facebook icon in the bottom menu, and then tap Settings > Blocking. Tap Add to blocked list and then enter the name of the person you want to block. Tap Block and then tap Block again to confirm.

5. You blocked the person on Facebook.

   To unblock the person, tap the Facebook icon in the bottom menu, and then tap Settings > Blocking. Tap Unblock next to the name of the blocked person.

Blocking vs. Snoozing, Unfollowing, or Unfriending

Blocking is different from unfriending, snoozing, or unfollowing someone. Before you decide to block someone, see if another action might be more appropriate.

Snoozing

When you snooze a Facebook friend, you won't see their posts for 30 days, which helps if you need a break.

Unfollowing

Unfollowing means you won't see someone's posts, which is useful if you'd like to maintain a connection but don't want to encounter what the individual shares. It's easy to follow the person again if you change your mind.

Unfriending

Unfriending takes unfollowing up a notch, removing the person's posts from your feed and preventing them from seeing your non-public posts. If you change your mind, send them a new friend request to restart your relationship.

Blocking

Blocking is more serious than the other options. When you block a Facebook user, they can't communicate with you or see anything you post, and you won't see any of their posts or comments. It will be as if you're invisible to each other on Facebook.

How to View Blocked Profiles on Facebook

The blocked user can't invite you to events, see your profile, or send you an instant message through Messenger. If you decide to unblock the person, send them a new friend request.

You can block anyone on Facebook, whether they're a current Facebook friend or not.

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Reasons for Blocking Someone on Facebook

There are several reasons people block others on Facebook. If there are stalking, harassment, or bullying concerns, blocking someone on Facebook gives the person less access to your life. If there's a falling-out between friends or family members, someone may choose to block a user to prevent potential future interactions.

Whatever your reasons for blocking someone, blocking is anonymous. Facebook does not notify blocked individuals of their blocked status.

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