How to Block Someone on TikTok
Blocking someone on TikTok prevents them from viewing your profile, interacting with your content, or sending you messages. You can block users through their profile page by tapping the share icon and selecting “Block,” or block multiple accounts at once through the comments section.
Why Block Someone on TikTok
TikTok’s blocking feature serves as your first line of defense against unwanted interactions. With over 1.59 billion monthly active users as of 2025, the platform’s massive scale means you’ll inevitably encounter accounts that don’t align with your experience goals.
Harassment remains a primary reason users reach for the block button. When someone repeatedly leaves hostile comments, sends aggressive messages, or crosses boundaries in their interactions, blocking immediately cuts off their access to your content and profile.
Spam accounts and bots represent another persistent issue. These accounts flood comment sections with irrelevant messages, phishing links, or promotional spam. They artificially inflate engagement metrics and clutter your genuine interactions.
Privacy concerns drive many blocking decisions. Perhaps you don’t want former colleagues viewing your personal content, or an ex-partner keeps checking your profile. Some users discover fake accounts following them, possibly collecting personal information without consent.
Content theft happens more often than most creators realize. If someone’s reposting your videos without credit or copying your content wholesale, blocking prevents them from easily accessing your future work.
Sometimes the reason is simpler—you just want certain people out of your digital space. Whether it’s managing social boundaries or curating who sees your content, blocking gives you that control.
How to Block Someone on Mobile
The mobile app offers the most straightforward blocking experience, and the process works identically on both iPhone and Android devices.
Start by navigating to the profile of the person you want to block. You can search for their username using the search bar at the top of the app, or tap their username from a comment, message, or video they’ve posted.
Once you’re on their profile page, look for the share icon in the top-right corner. This curved arrow icon replaced the three-dot menu for blocking in a 2023 update, making the feature more accessible.
Tap the share icon to open a menu of options. Scroll through until you find “Block” and tap it.
TikTok will display a confirmation popup asking if you’re sure you want to block this account. Tap “Block” again to confirm your decision.
The block takes effect immediately. You’ll notice their profile page now appears mostly empty, and the follow button changes to an “Unblock” option. This confirms the block worked.
Blocking from Comments or Messages
You don’t always need to visit someone’s full profile to block them. TikTok provides shortcuts when you’re dealing with problematic comments or direct messages.
For unwanted comments, press and hold on the comment itself. A menu appears with several options. Select “Block” from this menu, then confirm your choice.
In your direct messages, swipe left on the chat (iPhone) or press and hold the conversation (Android). Tap “More” and then select “Block” from the options that appear.
How to Block Multiple People at Once
When dealing with coordinated harassment or bot accounts flooding your comments, blocking users one by one becomes tedious. TikTok’s bulk blocking feature lets you select up to 100 accounts simultaneously.
Open one of your videos that has comments from accounts you want to block. Tap the comments button to view all comments.
Press and hold on any comment from a user you want to block. From the menu that appears, select “Manage multiple comments.”
You’ll see checkboxes appear next to each comment. Tap the checkbox for every account you want to block. You can select up to 100 accounts in a single action.
After selecting all the accounts, tap “More” at the bottom of your screen. Then tap “Block accounts.”
Confirm your decision when prompted. All selected accounts will be blocked instantly.
This feature only works on comments under your own videos. You can’t bulk block users from other people’s content or from your follower list through this method.
How to Block Someone on Desktop
Desktop blocking works similarly to mobile, though the interface differs slightly. This comes in handy when you’re already browsing TikTok on your computer.
Open TikTok in your web browser and log into your account. Navigate to the profile of the person you want to block by searching their username or clicking through from their content.
On their profile page, look for the three-dot menu icon in the top-right area of the screen. Click this icon to open the options menu.
Select “Block” from the menu that appears. A confirmation window pops up asking you to verify your decision.
Click “Block” in the confirmation window to complete the process. The user is now blocked from your account.
Desktop blocking provides the same functionality as mobile, making the blocked person unable to view your profile or interact with your content.
What Happens When You Block Someone
Blocking creates a comprehensive barrier between you and the blocked account. Neither of you can view each other’s profiles anymore. When they try to search for your username or visit your profile, they’ll see either an empty page or a message indicating the content isn’t available.
Your content becomes completely invisible to them. They can’t see your videos, whether old or new. Any posts, comments, or likes they previously made on your content remain, but you can delete these manually if desired.
Direct messaging between you stops entirely. Existing message threads remain in your inbox, but neither party can send new messages. The blocked person can’t start new conversations with you.
Following relationships automatically sever when you block someone. If they were following you, they’re removed from your followers list. If you were following them, that connection breaks too.
The blocked user won’t receive any notification about being blocked. TikTok doesn’t alert users when someone blocks them, maintaining your privacy in the decision. However, they’ll likely realize they’re blocked if they try to visit your profile and find everything missing.
Some interactions still occur in specific contexts. You might see the blocked person in multi-host LIVE streams, in duets posted by others that feature your content, or in shared group chats. These represent limitations of how blocking works across TikTok’s social features.
Past interactions leave traces. If they liked or commented on your videos before the block, those engagement metrics technically remain in TikTok’s system, potentially affecting your For You Page recommendations.
Viewing Your Blocked Accounts List
TikTok maintains a running list of everyone you’ve blocked, accessible through your privacy settings. This helps you keep track of blocked accounts or verify that a block went through successfully.
Tap your profile icon at the bottom-right of the screen to go to your profile page.
Tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the top-right corner of your profile.
Select “Settings and privacy” from the menu that slides out.
Tap “Privacy” to enter your privacy settings.
Scroll down and tap “Blocked accounts.”
You’ll see a complete list of every account you’ve blocked on TikTok. The list shows usernames and profile pictures, making it easy to identify blocked accounts at a glance.
From this screen, you can tap any username to visit their profile page. This lets you review the account or unblock them if circumstances change.
How to Unblock Someone
Circumstances change, and sometimes you’ll want to give someone another chance or realize you blocked the wrong account. Unblocking is straightforward and reversible.
The quickest method is visiting the blocked person’s profile directly. If you remember their username, search for it. Even though they’re blocked, you can still find and access their profile page.
On their profile, tap the share icon. Instead of seeing “Block,” you’ll now see “Unblock” as an option. Tap “Unblock.”
Confirm your decision when prompted. The unblock takes effect immediately.
Alternatively, you can unblock through your blocked accounts list. Follow the steps above to reach Settings and privacy > Privacy > Blocked accounts. Find the person you want to unblock in the list and tap their profile. Then tap “Unblock” and confirm.
After unblocking, they can view your profile and interact with your content again. However, you won’t automatically re-follow each other. If you want to reconnect that way, one of you will need to follow the other again.
Troubleshooting Blocking Issues
Sometimes the block option seems to disappear or doesn’t work as expected. Several factors can cause these issues.
Can’t find the block button: TikTok moved the block option from the three-dot menu to the share icon in May 2023. If you’re looking in the wrong place, you won’t find it. Always check the share arrow icon first.
Block limit reached: When using bulk blocking, TikTok caps you at 100 accounts per action. If you select more than 100, only the first 100 get blocked. You’ll need to repeat the process for additional accounts.
Network problems: Blocking requires an active internet connection. If you’re on poor Wi-Fi or spotty mobile data, the block command might not go through. Try switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data, or wait until you have a stable connection.
The person already blocked you: When someone blocks you first, finding their profile becomes difficult. They won’t appear in search results, and you can’t access their page through normal means. However, if you’re both in a group chat, you can still access their profile from there and block them.
Desktop vs mobile differences: Some features, like bulk blocking, only work on the mobile app. If you’re trying to bulk block from desktop, you’ll need to switch to mobile.
App glitches: Occasionally, TikTok itself experiences bugs. If blocking consistently fails, try closing and reopening the app, logging out and back in, or updating to the latest version of TikTok.
Alternative Privacy Options
Blocking represents the most extreme privacy measure, but TikTok offers other tools for managing interactions without completely cutting someone off.
Making your account private gives you control over who follows you. With a private account, people must send a follow request that you can approve or deny. This prevents random accounts from viewing your content without blocking specific users.
You can restrict who comments on your videos through your privacy settings. Options include allowing everyone, only friends, or nobody to comment. This reduces negative interactions without blocking.
The “Not interested” feature helps clean up your For You Page without blocking creators. Long-press on any video and select “Not interested” to tell TikTok’s algorithm you don’t want to see content from that account.
Message request settings let you filter who can send you DMs. You can limit messages to only people you follow, or require message requests from everyone else.
Reporting accounts is different from blocking. If someone violates TikTok’s community guidelines—posting hate speech, harassment, spam, or illegal content—report them before blocking. This alerts TikTok to potentially harmful accounts that should be removed from the platform entirely.
Comment filtering lets you automatically block comments containing specific keywords. This helps manage negativity without blocking individual accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can someone tell if I blocked them on TikTok?
TikTok doesn’t send notifications when you block someone, so they won’t get an alert. However, they’ll likely figure it out if they try to visit your profile and find it empty or can’t search for your account anymore. The signs are obvious enough that most people realize they’ve been blocked fairly quickly.
If I block someone, can they still see my comments on other people’s videos?
No. When you block someone, they can’t see any of your activity on TikTok, including comments you leave on other users’ videos. The block creates complete separation between your accounts across the entire platform.
What happens to messages when I block someone?
Existing message threads stay in your inbox, but neither person can send new messages. The conversation remains visible to you, so you can reference past messages if needed, but all communication stops. The blocked person sees that they can’t message you anymore.
Can I block someone who already blocked me?
This is tricky because blocked users don’t appear in search results. If you’re both in a group chat, you can access their profile from there and block them. Alternatively, try accessing their profile through a desktop browser using a direct URL if you know their username. Some users find that desktop mode occasionally allows blocking even when mobile doesn’t.
Managing your TikTok experience means curating who can interact with you. Whether you’re dealing with harassment, spam, or just want to set boundaries, blocking gives you control over your digital space. The feature works seamlessly across mobile and desktop, with bulk options available when you need to block multiple accounts quickly. Remember that blocking is reversible—if situations change or you accidentally block someone, unblocking takes just a few taps.