Furthermore, upon viewing the list, users are presented with an "Unblock" button next to each username. This allows for immediate action without requiring the user to navigate to the blocked party's profile, streamlining the process of reinstating access should the user choose to do so.
Tap the Profile icon (the person silhouette) in the bottom-right corner of your screen.
Here is the critical part: If you blocked a former friend, you are not friends again. You have simply reset the relationship to neutral. To reconnect, you would have to search for their profile and send a follow request (if their account is private) or just follow them (if public).
If you are worried about awkward confrontations, rest easy. When you block someone on TikTok:
Unlike other social networks that bury this feature, TikTok does provide a clear—if slightly hidden—path to see your blocked users. This article provides a step-by-step walkthrough, explains why you might want to audit your list, and explores what happens when you unblock someone.
TikTok typically enforces a 24-48 hour "cooldown" period. If you block and unblock the same person repeatedly, the platform may temporarily restrict your ability to block them again to prevent harassment.
Within the Profile view, the user must locate the "Menu" button, typically represented by three horizontal lines (a "hamburger" menu) in the top-right corner. Tapping this reveals a dropdown or side menu where "Settings and privacy" should be selected.
Before we dive into the steps, let's quickly discuss why you might want to block someone on TikTok. Blocking someone on TikTok prevents them from:
Pro tip: If you have blocked hundreds of accounts, you can scroll indefinitely. There is no search bar for this list, so you will have to manually browse.