Blocking someone on Snapchat removes them from your contacts and prevents them from messaging, calling, or viewing your stories
When you block a person on Snapchat, they cannot send you messages, call you, or see your stories and public profile. They also cannot search for you by username — your account becomes invisible to them. The block is when ready and does not notify the person directly, though they may notice they can no longer find you or that old conversations have disappeared.
Blocking is different from removing a friend. If you remove someone, they stay in your contacts list but can no longer see your private stories; they can still message you and search for you. A block is the stronger action when you want complete separation.
Key Takeaways
- Open the conversation with the person you want to block, tap their name or profile icon at the top, scroll down, and tap Block User.
- You can also block someone from their profile by tapping the three-dot menu and selecting Block.
- Blocked people cannot message you, call you, or see your stories, and they cannot search for your account.
- Snapchat does not notify the blocked person, but they will notice they cannot find you or access old chats.
- You can unblock someone at any time from your blocked list in Settings.
How to block someone from a conversation
The fastest way to block is directly from a chat. Open the conversation with the person you want to block. At the top of the screen, tap their name or their profile picture. A menu will appear showing their username, Snapcode, and other options.
Scroll down in this menu until you see the red Block User button. Tap it. Snapchat will ask you to confirm — tap Block again. The conversation will disappear from your chat list when ready, and the person will no longer be able to reach you.
How to block someone from their profile
If you do not have an active conversation with the person, you can block them from their profile. Search for their username using the search icon at the top of the screen, or find them in your friends list. Tap their name to open their profile.
In the top right corner of their profile, tap the three-dot menu icon. A list of options will appear. Tap Block. Confirm the action when prompted. The person will be blocked when ready.
What happens after you block someone
Once blocked, the person cannot send you messages, call you, or view your stories. Any existing conversations between you will disappear from their chat list and yours. If they try to search for your username, your account will not appear in results.
The blocked person will not receive a notification saying they have been blocked. However, they may realize it if they try to message you and see that their messages are not going through, or if they search for you and cannot find your account. Some people check by trying to view a story they remember you posting.
How to unblock someone
If you change your mind, you can unblock someone at any time. Open Snapchat and tap your profile icon in the top left corner. Tap the settings icon (the gear) in the top right. Scroll down and tap Blocked.
You will see a list of everyone you have blocked. Find the person you want to unblock and tap the X next to their name. Confirm when prompted. They will be unblocked when ready and can message you and see your stories again.
Blocking versus removing a friend
Removing a friend is less severe than blocking. When you remove someone, they stay in your contacts but can no longer see your private stories — only your public ones. They can still message you, call you, and search for your account. Removing is useful if you want distance from someone but do not want to cut off contact completely.
To remove a friend instead of blocking, open a conversation with them, tap their name at the top, and select Remove Friend instead of Block User. The person will not be notified, but they will see that they are no longer on your friends list.
What to do if someone keeps trying to contact you after being blocked
If a blocked person creates a new account to contact you, you can block the new account the same way. Snapchat does not prevent someone from making multiple accounts, but blocking each one as it appears will slow them down.
If the behavior is threatening or harassing, take screenshots of the messages and report the account to Snapchat. Open the conversation, tap the three-dot menu, and select Report. Choose the reason that best describes the problem. Snapchat reviews reports and may take action against accounts that violate their terms of service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the person I blocked see my old messages?
No. When you block someone, all existing conversations disappear from both your chat list and theirs. They cannot access old messages, and you cannot see them either unless you unblock the person later.
Will they know I blocked them?
Snapchat does not send a notification. However, they may figure it out if they try to message you and the messages do not go through, or if they search for your username and cannot find you. Some people realize they have been blocked when they cannot view a story they remember you posting.
Can I block someone without them knowing I viewed their profile?
Yes. Viewing someone's profile does not send them a notification. You can look at their account and then block them without them knowing you were ever there, unless they check who viewed their profile (a feature not available on all accounts).
What if I block someone by accident?
You can unblock them when ready. Go to Settings, tap Blocked, find their name, and tap the X next to it. They will be unblocked and can message you and see your stories again. There is no penalty for blocking and unblocking.
Can I block someone on Snapchat if they are not my friend?
Yes. You can block anyone — friends, people who added you, or strangers who found your account through search. The process is the same whether they are on your friends list or not.