Introduction
Facebook is an incredibly popular social media network that allows you to connect with people all around the world. However, sometimes things don’t go smoothly. Whether it’s due to a disagreement or a misunderstanding, you might find yourself blocked by someone on Facebook. Being blocked can be frustrating, especially if you want to reconcile with that person. Fortunately, unblocking someone is a straightforward process. In this article, we will guide you through various methods to unblock people on Facebook.
The Direct Method
The easiest way to unblock someone on Facebook is through the “Blocking” section in your settings. This is the direct method and is simple to use.
- Log in to your Facebook account.
- Click on the “Settings” icon on the top right corner of your account.
- Select “Blocking” from the list of provided options.
- Scroll down to “Block users,” and you will see a list of all the people you have blocked previously.
- Click on “Unblock” beside the person you want to unblock.
- A confirmation pop-up window will appear, and you will need to select “Confirm” to complete the process.
Via Privacy Settings
If you don’t want to go directly to your settings, another way of unblocking someone is by using the Privacy Settings.
- Log in to your Facebook account.
- Click on the “Settings” icon on the top right corner of your account.
- Select “Privacy” from the list of provided options.
- Scroll down to the “Blocked People and Apps” section and click on “Edit.”
- Select the person you want to unblock from the list or search their name in the bar.
- Click “Unblock.”
- You can confirm the unblocking process by clicking on “Confirm” on the pop-up window.
Mobile App
If you are using the Facebook mobile app, you can also unblock someone easily.
- Open the Facebook app on your mobile device and log in to your account.
- Tap the menu button on the top right corner.
- Scroll down and select “Settings & Privacy” and then select “Settings.”
- Select “Blocking” from the list of options.
- Scroll down to “Block users” and click on it.
- Choose the person you want to unblock by clicking on the “Unblock” button.
- Confirm the unblocking process by clicking on “Unblock” on the pop-up window.
Using Messenger
Facebook Messenger has an independent blocking function. If you have blocked someone on Messenger, it does not affect if they can contact you through Facebook or not.
- Open Facebook Messenger and log in to your account.
- Select the profile that is blocked and click on it.
- Click on the person’s name, and you will be directed to their profile.
- Click on “Unblock” at the bottom of their profile picture.
- Confirm the unblocking process by selecting “Unblock” on the pop-up window.
Third-Party Tool
In your search for unblocking someone on Facebook, you may stumble upon third-party tools. These tools claim to help you unblock someone easily and quickly. However, it is essential to note that not all of these tools are legitimate. Most of them are scams aimed to steal your personal information or inject malware into your system.
We do not recommend using these tools, and we encourage you to always use the official Facebook unblocking methods.
Contacting Facebook Support
If you still cannot unblock someone using the above methods, Facebook Support is always available to help you out. The Support team can help guide you through the unblocking process and offer additional solutions if needed.
- Log in to your Facebook account.
- Click on the “Settings” icon on the top right corner of your account.
- Select “Help & Support” from the dropdown menu.
- Select “Need more help?”
- Select “Something else” from the list of issues.
- Explain the problem to the support team and include the name of the person you want to unblock.
- Select the option for the Support team to contact you back through email or chat.
Conclusion
Unblocking someone on Facebook is not rocket science. It is easy and can be done using various methods. We have outlined some of the most popular methods, including the direct method, privacy settings method, mobile app method, Messenger method, and finally, raised the concern about third-party tools. If none of these methods work, reach out to Facebook Support for additional help. And remember to always “connect” and not “block” in the first place, so that you avoid obstacles in your online social life.
Final tip: When things don’t go smoothly, take a step back, and reflect on why you were blocked in the first place. Sometimes, it’s better to apologize and reconcile rather than constantly fighting and being blocked.
