How to Unblock Somebody on Messenger
Understanding the Blocking and Unblocking Features on Messenger
Before we dive into the steps of unblocking someone on Messenger, it’s essential to understand the blocking and unblocking features on the platform.
Blocking someone on Messenger means that you are preventing them from sending you messages, viewing your profile, and seeing any updates you make to your profile. The person you block will not be notified that they have been blocked, but they may notice that they can no longer contact you.
Unblocking someone on Messenger allows you to re-establish communication with someone you have previously blocked. When you unblock someone, they will be able to send you messages, view your profile, and see any updates you make to your profile. However, you will need to re-add them as a friend if you had removed them previously.
Steps to Unblock Someone on Messenger via Mobile App
If you’ve blocked someone on Messenger using the mobile app and want to unblock them, follow these simple steps:
- Open the Messenger app on your mobile device.
- Tap on your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap on “Privacy.”
- Tap on “Blocked People.”
- Find the person you want to unblock and tap on their name.
- Tap on “Unblock” and confirm that you want to unblock the person.
Once you have completed these steps, the person will be unblocked, and you will be able to communicate with them again. Keep in mind that you may need to re-add them as a friend if you had removed them previously.
Steps to Unblock Someone on Messenger via Desktop
If you’ve blocked someone on Messenger using the desktop version and want to unblock them, follow these simple steps:
- Open the Messenger website on your desktop browser.
- Click on the gear icon in the top left corner of the screen.
- Click on “Blocked People” in the menu that appears.
- Find the person you want to unblock and click on “Unblock” next to their name.
- Confirm that you want to unblock the person.
Once you have completed these steps, the person will be unblocked, and you will be able to communicate with them again. Remember that you may need to re-add them as a friend if you had removed them previously.
What Happens When You Unblock Someone on Messenger?
When you unblock someone on Messenger, they will be able to send you messages, view your profile, and see any updates you make to your profile. However, any messages they sent you while they were blocked will not be delivered to you.
Additionally, if you had removed the person as a friend when you blocked them, you will need to re-add them as a friend. Once they have accepted your friend request, they will appear on your friend list again.
It’s essential to keep in mind that unblocking someone does not mean that your previous issues or conflicts have been resolved. If you have any unresolved issues, it’s best to communicate with the person and try to resolve them before unblocking them.
Tips for Avoiding Future Blocks on Messenger
Blocking someone on Messenger should only be used as a last resort when all other attempts to resolve conflicts have failed. Here are some tips to avoid future blocks on Messenger:
Communicate: If there is an issue, try to communicate with the person and resolve it before it escalates to the point where blocking is necessary.
Set boundaries: If someone is sending you unwanted messages or spamming you, let them know that their behavior is not acceptable and that you will block them if it continues.
Use privacy settings: Take advantage of Messenger’s privacy settings to control who can contact you and who can’t. You can choose to only receive messages from friends, for example.
Think before you block: Blocking someone is a serious step, and it’s essential to consider the consequences before doing it. Is there a chance to resolve the issue without blocking the person? Will blocking the person create more problems than it solves?
By following these tips, you can avoid future conflicts on Messenger and maintain healthy relationships with your contacts.
