Social media platforms like Facebook have revolutionized the way we interact, enabling us to connect with friends, family, and even strangers across the globe.
With the Facebook algorithm, you no longer need to rely on physical proximity to form friendships; you can make connections with people from different locations, continents, and countries.
This digital connection allows families to virtually participate in significant events, such as Christmas and other festivals, despite being miles apart.
However, not every online connection is beneficial. Sometimes, you may need to distance yourself from a friend you no longer wish to interact with on Facebook. The platform provides tools like the “unfriend” and “block” buttons for this purpose.
While unfriending someone removes them from your friend list, it doesn’t stop them from sending you a friend request again. Blocking, on the other hand, adds certain limitations, restricting the blocked person from interacting with your posts, stories, and other aspects of your Facebook activity.
Here’s a breakdown of how these features work and when to use them:
- When you block someone on Facebook, would you still be able to see their posts, stories, and likes?
- If I block someone on Facebook would the previous interaction disappear?
- If I block someone on Facebook, would I still see them in the group and other communities we share in common on Facebook?
- How can I unblock someone I blocked on Facebook?
- How can I block someone on Facebook?
These questions, which are our outline, would be our guide on knowing the when, and how to make use of the block button.
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When You Block Someone on Facebook Would You Still Be Able to See Their Posts, Stories, and Likes?
Unlike in real life, you won’t see whatever the person posts on his timeline, or post as a story. Also, when you block someone, the person’s interaction with you is limited.
The person would also not be able to see your post or comment on it. The person won’t also be able to like your post.
Your profile would also become hidden so the person won’t be able to know what happened or why your post isn’t visible on their friend list.
This would not affect your interaction with Messenger, which is the messaging app of Facebook, as you would still be able to chat, send videos and pictures, and make video calls with this person through Messenger.
If I Block Someone on Facebook Would the Previous Interaction Disappear?
No, the previous likes, comments, and posts of that person on your timeline won’t disappear. It would remain there unless you delete them.
These interactions won’t provide a way for the person to check your profile, as the profile picture you use would no longer be in the image part of where you commented.
Therefore, it would appear as though you have deactivated your account.
The fact that you both share a mutual friend before you block that person would mean that both of you would still be able to react and comment in a group together.
Also, unless a mutual friend tags you to a post of the person you blocked, you would not be able to see that post, and your interaction with the same group would be limited, as you might not be able to react to the comment or reply to it either in that group.
How can I unblock someone I blocked on Facebook?
If this is something you are not interested in knowing, you can move to the next outline, but if you are like me who blocked a friend who has a similar name to the actual person I want to block, then there’s a way we can unblock that person.
Facebook has made it easy to unblock anyone, but that is if you are aware of the steps to get this done.
Step 1: Click on the menu bar in the right corner of the main page
This would lead you to a drop-down
Step 2: Click the settings and privacy button.
Step 3: Scroll down to the audience and visibility option
Under this option there is another option which includes the blocking option. Click on this button and you will find a list of all the people you would have blocked.
Click on the person you want to unblock and he or she will be added back to your friend list.
How Can I Block Someone on Facebook?
When you find a post or a friend who sends annoying things to your timeline or you privately, and wouldn’t stop, nothing should stop you from blocking this person from blocking this person, or unfriending him or her.
But if you are like my novice friend here, and you don’t know how to do this, you can relax and go through these steps as I would list out quickly.
Before I do, I want to be sure you have read and understood what will happen if you block a person on Facebook which has been explained above as this is an important thing you need to know before blocking that friend.
First, you click on the profile of this person and then click on the three dots in the right corner
Secondly, you would find the option to block this person, and then click on the block option.
Once you are done with this, you will no longer see posts or stories on your timeline concerning this person.
Do Your Likes Disappear When You Block Someone on Facebook FAQs
Here are frequently asked questions on what happens to your past likes and comments after blocking someone and how it impacts your interactions on their posts.
Will blocking someone remove your likes?
No, blocking someone would not remove your likes from their pictures.
This is because this action has been saved already. Your likes and comments will still appear on this post.
When I block someone on Facebook, do their likes and comments disappear from my photos and videos?
No, this is because any action done on Facebook is often saved and stored.
The blocked profile can’t put those actions into any other post, but those previous actions would stay on record.
Can someone still see you like their post if you block them?
Well, since you have blocked this person from Facebook, you won’t be able to see their post again so you automatically can’t give any sort of comment or like on that post.
They also won’t be able to see your posts as it would seem as though they do not exist on your Facebook account.
When you block someone on Facebook, what do they see?
They only do what you say in group comments or group chats and they can see your post in the group as the post in the group if set to the public would be seen by anyone, including outside members who are sent invitations to join that group.
Is there any downside to blocking someone on Facebook?
There is no downside to the fact that you would be missing any updates or information this person has been responsible for sharing with you.
Also, instead of blocking that friend, Facebook has created a method to be away from a friend for a while instead of blocking that friend.
This is the “TAKE A BREAK” link you would find after clicking on the block. This way, you can keep your distance and not miss the gossip.
Does Facebook send notifications to the person I block?
No. Facebook would not inform your “friend” that you blocked him.
He may only guess what you did when he saw the result of blocking someone but it often seems as though you deactivated the account so no one can access you through that user name again.
Conclusion
Facebook’s blocking feature is designed to help users maintain a comfortable and safe online environment. Whether you choose to unfriend or block someone on Facebook depends on the level of distance you want to create.
Remember, these tools are there to enhance your experience, so use them wisely to control your social interactions on Facebook.
For more detailed guidance on managing your Facebook privacy settings, explore our other helpful articles.
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