How to block someone on LinkedIn in 4 Simple Steps
Ebuka Ikeagwu
Are you looking for the easiest way to block someone on LinkedIn? Whether you want to stop receiving unsolicited messages from a connection or remove them from your professional circle, restricting someone on LinkedIn can improve your privacy. Below, we outlined three simple steps to block unwanted connections.
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How do you block someone on LinkedIn?
Blocking someone on LinkedIn is easy with these four simple steps:
1. Open the profile of the person you wish to block
2. Click on the “more” tab, then select report/block. If you are using the app, you’ll see a round button with three dots instead of “more.”
3. Choose block (LinkedIn user name) on the little popup that appears.
4. Confirm your action by clicking block once more. Viola! You’ve blocked the user.
How to unblock someone on LinkedIn
Did you block someone by mistake or have second thoughts after blocking a connection? Here is how to undo the block.
1. On your web browser, click the “me” icon.
2. Select settings and privacy
3. Click “visibility” on the left side, then scroll down and select blocking on the right.
4. You’ll see a list of blocked connections. Click “unblock” beside the name of the person you wish to unblock.
5. Enter your password to unblock the person. Viola! That’s how you unblock someone on LinkedIn.
P.S To re-block the person, you have to wait 48 hours after unblocking
How to block someone on LinkedIn without them knowing
To block someone on LinkedIn anonymously, you need to make your LinkedIn profile private.
Here is how to do it:
1. Click on the “me” tab on the right-hand side of your screen.
2. Select “setting and privacy.”
3. Click “visibility” on the left side, then select the “profile viewing” option on the right-side menu.
4. Select “private mode.”
Now, you can visit anyone’s LinkedIn profile and block them without them knowing.
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What happens when you block someone on LinkedIn?
When you block someone on LinkedIn, you won’t be able to access their profile, nor will they be able to access yours. You won’t see their messages, shared content, endorsements, or recommendations. Blocking a user on LinkedIn means you won’t see each other under “Who viewed your profile,” nor will you be notified of their upcoming events.
However, note that blocking someone on the platform won’t stop you from seeing their posts if a mutual connection shares them. It also doesn’t stop them from seeing posts and information you make public. You can make your profile private to control who sees your posts or information.
How to block someone on LinkedIn without visiting their profile
Unfortunately, you Can’t block someone on LinkedIn without visiting their profile. Once you block a connection on LinkedIn, your profile will be removed from the “Who viewed your profile list.”
However, you can block them without them knowing you visited their profile by making your profile private. You can follow the steps above to do that.
Conclusion
LinkedIn is the world’s largest social networking site and one of the few places you expect to use the “block” feature. However, some unpleasant situations may arise where blocking is necessary to maintain a positive LinkedIn experience. Lucky for you, LinkedIn makes blocking simple and discreet—just like unblocking, should you change your mind.
FAQs.
Can a person tell if you block them on LinkedIn?
No. A person cannot tell if you block them on LinkedIn as they won’t be notified. However, they may realize If they search for your profile and can’t find it or if previous messages vanish from their inbox.
How do you know if someone blocked you on LinkedIn?
If someone blocks you on LinkedIn, you won’t be able to view their profile or comment on mutual connections’ posts. Plus, their messages will disappear from your inbox.
How to make your LinkedIn profile private?
To make your LinkedIn profile private, go to Me > Settings & Privacy > Visibility > Profile viewing options and click Private mode.
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Posted Mar 1, 2025
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