How to unblock someone on TikTok
To unblock someone on TikTok, open your profile, tap the Menu ☰ button, select "Settings and privacy," then "Privacy," and tap "Blocked accounts" to find and unblock the user. This is the primary method for reversing a block, whether you made a mistake or want to restore contact after a conflict. You can also unblock someone directly from their profile by searching for their handle and tapping the red "Unblock" button.
How to unblock people on TikTok in bulk
If you've blocked many accounts and want to clear them all at once, use the bulk unblock feature from your Blocked accounts list. This saves time compared to unblocking each user individually from their profile page.
- Go to your profile and tap the Menu ☰ button.
- Select "Settings and privacy," then "Privacy."
- Tap "Blocked accounts" to open your full list.
- Tap the "Unblock" button next to each user you want to remove from the list.
On a desktop browser, hover over your profile picture, go to "Settings," then "Privacy," and select "Blocked accounts" to see the same list. Click "Unblock" next to each account you want to restore. This method works the same way whether you're unblocking one person or many at once.
What happens after you unblock someone on TikTok?
Once you unblock someone, they regain full access to your profile and content. They can follow you again, view your videos, send you direct messages, and comment on your posts. The unblocked user will not receive any notification that you removed the block, so they may only notice when they try to visit your profile and find it accessible again.
If you unblock someone and immediately regret it, perhaps they start harassing you again, you can simply block them again using the same method. There's no waiting period or limit on how many times you can block and unblock the same account. Just remember that blocking is a strong action, and unblocking should only be done when you're confident it's the right decision. Blocking does not prevent a user from potentially seeing you in multi-host LIVEs, Duets posted by others, or shared group chats.
How to block someone on TikTok (if you need to re-block)
If you need to block someone again after unblocking them, the process is quick and straightforward. Navigate to their profile, tap the Share button (the arrow icon) in the top-right corner, then select "Block" from the menu that appears. Confirm your choice when prompted, and the user will be immediately blocked again.
This method works on both the mobile app and desktop browser. On mobile, you'll find the Share button at the top of their profile page; on desktop, it appears in the same position. After blocking, the user will no longer be able to view your content, send you messages, or interact with your account in any way. To block multiple people who have commented on your posts, go to one of your posts, tap the 'Comments' button, press and hold a comment (or tap the 'Filters' button), select 'Manage multiple comments,' choose the accounts, tap 'More,' then 'Block accounts,' and confirm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will someone know if I block them on TikTok?
No, TikTok does not send a notification when you block someone. However, the blocked user will likely notice because they will no longer be able to find your profile, view your videos, or send you messages. If they try to search for you, your account simply won't appear in their results.
Can a blocked user see my old comments on their videos?
No, when you block someone, any comments you've left on their videos are removed. The blocked user also cannot see your profile, so they won't be able to access your content or interact with you in any way. This applies to all your past interactions, not just future ones.
Is there a limit to how many people I can block?
No, there is no hard limit to the number of accounts you can block on TikTok. You can block as many users as you want, including every account on the platform if you choose to. However, blocking is meant for dealing with harassment or spam, so it's best used selectively.
What should I do if I'm blocked by someone else?
If someone blocks you, you won't be able to see their profile or content. There's no way around this unless they decide to unblock you. TikTok does not encourage evading blocks, and creating multiple accounts to get around a block may result in penalties, including account suspension.
What can I do if I am blocked on TikTok?
TikTok does not encourage people to evade user blocks and may penalize users with multiple accounts for it.
For the wider topic, see TikTok tips and settings.
