How to Unblock Someone on Instagram After Previously Blocking Them

Instagram's blocking feature is designed to provide users with a way to avoid unwanted content or interactions. However, there may be instances where you need to unblock someone who was previously blocked, such as a mutual friend or a content creator whose updates you'd like to follow again. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to unblock someone on Instagram:

Steps to Unblock Someone on Instagram

1. Open Instagram

Launch the Instagram app on your device or visit the Instagram website on your web browser.

2. Go to Your Profile

Tap on your profile icon in the bottom right corner of the app or select your profile picture on the website.

3. Access Settings

To continue, you need to access the settings. There are two main ways to do this:

By Swiping: On the app, if you swipe from left to right at the top of the screen, the settings icon should appear. Tap on the settings icon. By Tapping the Hamburger Menu: On the app, if you tap the three horizontal lines (hamburger menu) in the top right corner, a navigation menu will appear. Select Settings from the menu.

4. Open Privacy Settings

Once in the settings, scroll down and tap on Privacy.

5. Unblock the Account

Next, scroll down further and select Blocked Accounts. A list of accounts you have previously blocked will appear. Find the account you wish to unblock in the list. Tap on it to open the account detail page. Select Unblock from the options available. A confirmation prompt may appear, tap Unblock again to confirm the action.

After unblocking, you can visit the unblocked user's profile and choose to follow them again if desired. Remember, unblocking someone does not automatically add them as a follower. They must choose to follow you back.

Another Way to Unblock Someone from Your Account

If the person who blocked you wishes to unblock you, they can follow these steps:

Open Instagram and go to their profile. Access settings by tapping the three horizontal lines in the top right corner (hamburger menu). Select Blocking and Mutes or directly tap on the Block People option. Find your username in the list of blocked accounts and tap on it to open the options. Select Unblock to confirm the action.

Note that if you try to unblock yourself from another account, it's not possible. The unblocking action must be initiated by the account holder who blocked you.

How to Prevent Future Blocking

To avoid being blocked in the future, consider the following tips:

Be respectful and considerate in your interactions with others. Do not spam or post offensive content. Engage positively and build meaningful connections. Comply with Instagram's community guidelines.

By following these steps and guidelines, you can maintain healthy and positive relationships on Instagram.