Accidentally blocked someone on TikTok or ready to reconnect? Don’t worry – unblocking someone is actually pretty straightforward once you know where to look. Let me walk you through the process step by step.
Finding Your Blocked List on TikTok
First things first, you’ll need to navigate to your blocked users list. Open TikTok and head to your profile by tapping the profile icon in the bottom right. From there, tap the three-line menu icon (sometimes called the hamburger menu) in the top right corner, then go to Settings and Privacy. Scroll down until you see “Privacy,” and under that, you’ll find “Blocked accounts.”
The Unblocking Process
Once you’re in your blocked accounts list, you’ll see everyone you’ve ever blocked on TikTok. Find the person you want to unblock and tap their name. You’ll see an “Unblock” button – tap that, and TikTok will ask if you’re sure. Confirm your choice, and just like that, they’re unblocked!
What Happens After Unblocking
Here’s something important to keep in mind: when you unblock someone, they won’t automatically follow you again if they were following you before. The same goes for you – you’ll need to manually follow them again if you want to see their content in your feed. Think of it as starting fresh with a clean slate.
Important Things to Remember
After unblocking someone, you might notice that you can’t block them again immediately – TikTok has a brief waiting period before you can block the same person again. This is actually a smart feature that prevents block-unblock spam behavior.
Also, if you’re unblocking someone because you want to interact with them again, remember that they won’t get any notification that you’ve unblocked them. If you want to reconnect, you might need to take the initiative to follow them or interact with their content.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Sometimes you might run into issues where the unblock button doesn’t seem to work, or you can’t find the person you want to unblock. In most cases, simply closing and reopening the app will fix this. If that doesn’t work, check if your TikTok app is up to date – outdated versions can sometimes cause weird glitches with blocking features.
Remember, managing your blocked list is all about creating the best possible experience for yourself on TikTok. Whether you’re mending fences or just cleaning up your blocked list, these steps should help you navigate the process smoothly.
