Blocking someone on Wattpad stops them from messaging you, commenting on your stories, and seeing your profile

When you block a user on Wattpad, they can no longer send you direct messages, leave comments on your stories, or view your profile page. They will not receive a notification that you blocked them, but if they try to visit your profile or message you, they will see an error or find that the option is unavailable. The block remains in place until you remove it.

Blocking is different from reporting. A block is private — only you know it happened. Reporting sends information to Wattpad's moderation team if someone has broken the platform's rules. You can do both at the same time if someone is harassing you or posting harmful content.

Key Takeaways

  • Open the user's profile, tap the three-dot menu, and select "Block User" to block them when ready.
  • A blocked user cannot message you, comment on your stories, or see your profile, but they are not notified of the block.
  • You can unblock someone at any time by going to your Settings, finding them in your blocked list, and removing the block.
  • If someone is harassing you or breaking Wattpad's rules, report them to the moderation team in addition to blocking.

How to block someone from their profile

The fastest way to block someone is to visit their profile and use the menu. Open the user's profile by searching for their username or clicking their name on a comment or message. Once you are on their profile page, look for the three-dot menu icon (usually in the top right corner on mobile or near their username on desktop).

Tap or click the three-dot menu and select "Block User" from the options that appear. Wattpad will ask you to confirm the block. Once you confirm, the block takes effect when ready. The user will not be able to interact with you going forward.

How to block someone who messaged you

If someone sends you a message you want to block, you can block them directly from the message thread. Open the conversation with that user, then tap or click the three-dot menu at the top of the chat. Select "Block User" and confirm.

Blocking someone from a message thread works the same way as blocking from their profile — they lose the ability to message you and comment on your work. Any existing messages from them will remain in your inbox, but they will not be able to send new ones.

How to block someone from a comment

When someone leaves a comment on your story that you want to block them for, tap or click the three-dot menu on that specific comment. You will see options including "Block User." Select it and confirm the block.

This method is useful when you want to stop someone from commenting on your stories without having to visit their full profile. The block prevents them from commenting on any of your work in the future.

How to unblock someone

If you change your mind about blocking someone, you can unblock them through your Settings. Go to your profile, open Settings, and look for "Blocked Users" or "Privacy" — the exact location varies depending on whether you use the app or website.

Find the person you want to unblock in the list and tap or click the option to remove the block. Once you unblock them, they can message you, comment on your stories, and see your profile again. They will not be notified that you unblocked them.

What happens when you block someone

A blocked user cannot send you direct messages. If they try, they will see an error message or find that the messaging option is not available. They cannot comment on your stories or see your profile page. If they search for your username, your profile will not appear in their results.

However, blocking does not hide your past interactions. If you and the blocked user were in a group chat or community discussion before the block, they may still see your old messages in that space. Blocking only prevents new contact going forward.

When to block versus report

Block someone when you straightforward do not want to interact with them — they are annoying, you do not like their comments, or you just prefer not to engage. Reporting is for when someone is breaking Wattpad's rules: harassing you, posting sexual content involving minors, threatening violence, or spamming.

You can do both at the same time. Block them to stop the when ready problem, and report them so Wattpad's team can investigate whether they are violating the platform's terms of service. Reporting helps protect other users if the person is a repeat offender.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can someone tell if I blocked them?

No. Wattpad does not send a notification when you block someone. However, if they try to message you or visit your profile and cannot, they may figure it out. There is no way for them to see a list of who blocked them.

Will a blocked user see my old messages?

Yes. Messages you sent before blocking them will still be visible in their inbox. Blocking only stops new messages from being sent or received. If you want to remove a conversation, you can delete it from your own inbox separately.

What if someone blocks me?

If you try to message them or comment on their stories, you will see an error or find the option unavailable. You will not receive a notification that you are blocked. You can still read their public stories if they have not made them private, but you cannot interact with them.

Can I block someone without them knowing?

Yes. Blocking is completely silent. The user will not be notified, and Wattpad does not tell them you blocked them. They will only realize it if they try to contact you or visit your profile and encounter an error.

Do I need to block someone if I report them?

No, but it is a good idea. Reporting sends the issue to Wattpad's moderation team. Blocking stops them from contacting you while the report is being reviewed. You can do one, the other, or both depending on the situation.