Alex Ruben
How To Unblock Someone on TikTok Easily
If you’ve ever accidentally blocked someone or just had a change of heart, figuring out how to unblock them on TikTok isn’t as obvious as you’d think. It’s kinda weird, but the process is buried under a few menus and not super straightforward. Basically, if someone’s not showing up in your feed or you realize you blocked a friend by mistake, here’s what to do.
Method 1: Use the TikTok App
Step 1: Open TikTok and go to your profile
Start by launching the app on your phone. Make sure you’re logged in. Then tap on the Profile icon at the bottom right. You’re probably familiar with this step — it takes you to your own page where all the magic starts.
*Pro tip:* If TikTok’s acting wonky, try closing and reopening, or check if there’s an update. Sometimes an app update can fix weird bugs, including issues with blocked lists.*
Step 2: Access Settings
Tap the hamburger menu — that’s the three lines (or dots, depending on the version) in the top right corner. From there, choose Settings and privacy. Yeah, this is usually where TikTok hides the tricky stuff.
Step 3: Find Privacy Settings
In the list, tap on Privacy. It’s the section most folks overlook, but it’s key for managing your blocked accounts.
Step 4: Scroll to Blocked Accounts
Scroll down to the bottom of the privacy settings page. There should be an option labeled Blocked accounts. Tap on it, and boom — you’ll see all those usernames you’ve blocked over time.
Step 5: Unblock someone
Quickly scan the list — if it’s long, use the search bar if available. Find the user you want to unblock. Tap on their username, then hit the Unblock button next to it. That’s it. They can now see your profile again and interact as if nothing happened.
On some setups, unblocking might not work immediately. Sometimes a restart of the app or even the device can kickstart it. Because of course, TikTok has to make it harder than necessary.
Method 2: Using a PC or Web Browser
Yeah, you can do this from a desktop, but it’s less straightforward because TikTok’s web interface is more limited. Still, if you prefer browsing on a PC:
- Log into TikTok website.
- Click on your profile picture at the top right, then select Settings.
- Head to Privacy and safety.
- Look for Blocked accounts somewhere in the menu. The web version sometimes hides this, so if you can’t find it, the app might be easier.
Honestly, most people just stick with the app for managing blocked lists because TikTok’s web UI isn’t exactly smooth for this purpose.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
If unblocking isn’t working for some reason, try these quick hacks:
- Ensure your app is up to date (check the App Store or Google Play). Old versions can cause all sorts of bugs.
- Clearing cache sometimes helps, especially if your blocked list seems stuck. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > TikTok > Storage > Clear Cache.
- If it still doesn’t work, try logging out and back in or reinstalling the app. Hum.. not always fun, but sometimes inevitable.
Also, remember that unblocking doesn’t send a notification, so the other user won’t know unless they check your profile. Guess that’s good or bad, depending on how you look at it.
What Happens When Someone’s Unblocked?
Once unblocked, they can see your profile, your videos, and interact again like before. But keep in mind, previous comments or messages don’t come back automatically. If you want to restart the convo, you’ll have to do it manually.
Understanding TikTok Privacy Settings for Unblocking
This part’s important — if you unblocked someone and then tweak your privacy settings, you might want to double-check who can see or comment on your content. TikTok has plenty of options to control who can interact with you, so it’s better to stay on top of that if you care about privacy.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
To make life easier, double-check the account list—sometimes it’s hard to find the right person among dozens of blocked accounts. Also, if TikTok glitches and you can’t unblock people, give it time or restart. It’s annoying, but often that’s the fix.
Summary
- Open TikTok, go to Profile → Settings and privacy
- Navigate to Privacy → Blocked accounts
- Select the user you want to unblock and hit Unblock
Fingers crossed this helps. Been there, done that — sometimes TikTok just refuses to cooperate at first, but eventually, it all works out.