Where to find your block list on Facebook
Your block list lives in Facebook's settings, not in your main menu. On a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right corner, select Settings and privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Privacy, then scroll down to find Blocking. On a phone or tablet, tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) at the bottom right, scroll down to Settings and privacy, tap Settings, then scroll to Privacy and select Blocking.
Once you open the Blocking section, you will see a list of every person you have blocked. The list shows their name and profile picture. You can scroll through to see all blocked accounts, or use the search box at the top to find a specific person by typing their name.
Facebook also shows you how many people you have blocked at the top of this page. This count includes only individual accounts you blocked directly — it does not include pages, groups, or accounts you have muted instead of blocked.
Key Takeaways
- Your block list is in Settings and privacy > Settings > Privacy > Blocking on both computers and phones.
- The block list shows every person you have blocked, but not pages, groups, or muted accounts.
- You can unblock someone from this same page by clicking or tapping the Unblock button next to their name.
- Blocked people cannot see your profile, message you, or find you in search results, but they can still see posts you make in public groups.
What a blocked person can and cannot see
When you block someone on Facebook, they lose access to most of your activity. They cannot see your profile, your posts, your photos, or your friends list. They cannot send you a message or add you as a friend. If they search for your name, your profile will not appear in their results.
However, blocking has limits. A blocked person can still see posts you make in public groups if they are members of those groups. They can also see comments you leave on public pages or in public group discussions. If you comment on a mutual friend's public post, the blocked person can still see your comment. Blocking is not the same as making your account private — it only blocks that one specific person.
The blocked person will not receive a notification that you blocked them, but they may figure it out if they try to visit your profile or search for you and cannot find you. Facebook does not send a message saying "You have been blocked."
How to unblock someone
To unblock someone, go back to your block list using the same path: Settings and privacy > Settings > Privacy > Blocking. Find the person's name in the list and click or tap the Unblock button next to their name. Facebook will ask you to confirm — click Confirm to complete the unblock.
Once you unblock someone, they can see your profile again, send you friend requests, and message you. Unblocking does not automatically make you friends again — it only removes the block. If you were friends before you blocked them, you will need to add them as a friend again after unblocking.
The difference between blocking, muting, and unfriending
Blocking, muting, and unfriending are three separate actions that do different things. Blocking prevents someone from seeing your profile or contacting you at all. Muting keeps someone as your friend but hides their posts from your feed — they can still see your posts and you remain friends. Unfriending removes them from your friends list, but they can still see your public posts and send you a message request.
If you want to stop seeing someone's posts without completely cutting them off, muting is gentler than blocking. If you want to end a friendship but do not want to block them entirely, unfriending is the middle ground. Use blocking only when you want to prevent someone from contacting you or seeing your activity.
You can mute someone from their profile or from a post they made — just click the three dots on their post and select Mute [person's name]. Muted accounts do not appear in your block list because they are not actually blocked.
What happens if you block someone by accident
If you blocked someone by accident, you can unblock them when ready using the steps above. There is no waiting period or cooldown — you can unblock and reblock the same person as many times as you need to. Facebook does not penalize you for blocking and unblocking.
The person you blocked will not know how long they were blocked or that you unblocked them. Once you unblock them, they will be able to see your profile and message you again, but Facebook does not send them a notification about the unblock.
Blocking someone who keeps creating new accounts
If someone you blocked keeps creating new accounts to contact you or view your profile, you can block each new account as it appears. However, Facebook also has a tool for this situation. Go to your block list and look for an option to block someone's future accounts — this feature is not available in all regions, but when it is present, it prevents that person from creating new accounts that can contact you.
If blocking new accounts repeatedly does not stop the behavior, you can report the person to Facebook for harassment. Click the three dots on their profile or message and select Report. Choose Harassment or Spam as the reason. Facebook reviews these reports and may take action against accounts that repeatedly try to contact blocked users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can someone tell if I blocked them?
Facebook does not send a notification, but they may figure it out if they try to visit your profile and cannot find it, or if they notice they can no longer see your posts. There is no way for them to know for certain without trying to access your profile.
If I block someone, do our mutual friends know?
No. Your mutual friends cannot see your block list, and Facebook does not tell them you blocked someone. Only you can see who you have blocked.
Can a blocked person still see my old comments on their posts?
Yes. Comments you made before blocking them will still be visible on their posts. Blocking only prevents future contact and visibility — it does not erase your past activity on their profile.
What if I block someone and then they message me through Instagram?
Facebook blocking only applies to Facebook. It does not block someone on Instagram, Messenger, or other Meta platforms. If you want to block them everywhere, you need to block them separately on each platform.
Can I see who tried to contact me after I blocked them?
No. Once you block someone, you cannot see their messages, friend requests, or any attempt to contact you. Blocked messages are deleted and do not appear anywhere in your account.