How to Block Someone on TikTok: Easy Step-by-Step Guides

TikTok’s great for entertainment – until someone crosses a line. Maybe it’s a stranger spamming your comments, a creep blowing up your DMs, or an account posting stuff that just makes you uncomfortable. Whatever the reason, there’s no shame in hitting the block button.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to block someone on TikTok, explain what actually happens when you do, and go beyond the basics with smart privacy tactics to protect your data, minimize tracking, and clean up your digital footprint.

How to Block Someone on TikTok

Blocking someone is simple, but depending on the situation, there are different ways to get it done. You can block a user on mobile or desktop, or you can bulk-block comments on a specific video. Follow these quick and easy step-by-step guides:

On Mobile (iOS or Android)

1. Open TikTok and go to the user’s profile. Tap the three-line menu icon on the top right-hand corner of the screen (or the Share arrow, depending on your TikTok version).

2. Select Block, then Confirm.

On Desktop 

1. Head to their profile in your browser. You can do this by tapping their profile picture from your For You page on the right-hand side.

2. Click the three-line menu icon on their profile page. Hit Block > Confirm.

How to Bulk Block via TikTok Comments

⚠️ Note: This method uses a new feature that may not be available in all regions. 

1. Find a video with multiple unwanted comments.

2. Long-press the comment(s) and then tap More.

3. Tap Block accounts.

Before blocking, it’s a good idea to report harmful behavior. TikTok’s moderation tools rely on these signals to flag abusive content and accounts. Regardless of the method you use, the person won’t be notified. They just stop seeing you.

How to Block Someone Who Blocks You on TikTok

TikTok hides profiles once they’ve blocked you, which means you can’t search for them or access their content. But if you still want to block them back, here’s how to do it:

1. Use a second account. Log into a different TikTok profile (or create one) and search for the user who blocked you.
2. Copy their profile link. Once you’ve found them, tap the share icon (arrow) and copy the profile URL.
3. Paste the link into a browser. Switch back to your main account and paste that URL into a browser. Sometimes TikTok still lets the page load, even if you’re blocked.
4. Block them manually. If their profile loads, tap the three-line menu icon and choose Block.

If that fails, check your DMs. If you’ve previously messaged the person you want to block, you may still be able to access the old chat thread and block directly from there. 

How to Block Someone You Don’t Follow on TikTok

You don’t need to follow someone to block them. If a stranger’s content, comments, or messages are crossing the line, you can still shut them out. Just follow the same steps outlined above. It works exactly the same – even if you’ve never interacted. Blocking isn’t just for mutuals; it’s a boundary anyone can set at any time.

What Blocking Someone on TikTok Does and Doesn’t Do

Blocking someone on TikTok hides your profile from that person. They won’t receive a notification, and you’ll both unfollow each other automatically.

Once blocked, they can’t follow you, message you, comment on your posts, or find you in a search. From their perspective, it’s like you vanished.

But TikTok still keeps logs of any likes, views, or duets associated with your profile. These can affect the content it shows you, especially if your engagement with them helped shape your For You Page (FYP).

Troubleshooting: Why Can’t I Block Someone on TikTok?

Some users run into roadblocks when trying to block someone on TikTok, like the block option missing or not working. 

Here’s how to troubleshoot blocking issues:

• Check the share menu: Sometimes, the block option isn’t under the three-dot menu but is found by tapping the share icon (arrow) on the user’s profile.
• Use desktop mode: If the user has blocked you, you might not see their profile. Try accessing their profile link via a browser in desktop mode, log in, and then attempt to block them.
• Report the user: If blocking isn’t available, reporting the user for inappropriate behavior may prompt TikTok to take action.
• Check that you’re not already blocking the user: Go to your block list under Settings and Privacy > Privacy > Blocked accounts to ensure they’re not already blocked.
• Restart the app: Sometimes, the block option doesn’t show up due to temporary glitches. Closing and reopening TikTok can resolve this.
• Check for app updates: Ensure your TikTok app is up to date, as glitches can sometimes be resolved with the latest version.

If these steps don’t work, consider reaching out to TikTok support for further assistance.

How to Find Your Block List on TikTok

If you want to double-check who you’ve blocked, unblock someone, or just stay on top of your privacy settings, you’ll need to access your block list. Here’s how:

1. Open the TikTok app and tap your profile.
2. Tap the three-line menu in the top right corner.
3. Go to Settings and Privacy > Privacy > Blocked accounts.
4. You’ll see a list of every user you’ve blocked.

From here, you can tap any name to visit their profile. 

How to Unblock Someone on TikTok

Whether the situation’s changed or you blocked them by mistake, here’s how to unblock someone:

1. Open the TikTok app and go to your profile.
2. Tap the three-line menu (top-right corner), choose Settings and Privacy, then navigate to Privacy > Blocked accounts.
3. Find the person you want to unblock and tap their profile.
4. Once on their profile, tap the three-dot icon or share icon, then select Unblock.

They won’t be notified that you’ve unblocked them. But keep in mind, unblocking restores their ability to follow, message, and interact with your content again. If privacy is a concern, review your settings after unblocking to keep control over what they can see or do.

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