Want to Block a LinkedIn User? Here’s How!

LinkedIn is a powerful professional networking platform, but sometimes, you may need to block someone to protect your privacy or avoid unwanted interactions. Whether it’s a recruiter, an old colleague, or someone sending spam messages, LinkedIn allows you to block users easily. In this guide, we’ll show you how to block someone on LinkedIn, what happens when you do, and how to unblock a user if needed.

Why Block Someone on LinkedIn?

There are several reasons why you might want to block a LinkedIn user:

• They are sending unwanted messages or spam
• You want to prevent a specific person from viewing your profile
• They are harassing or stalking you
• You no longer wish to be connected with a certain individual
• You want to remove past employers or colleagues from your network

Blocking ensures that the person cannot see your profile, interact with your posts, or contact you on the platform.

How to Block Someone on LinkedIn

Blocking a user on LinkedIn is simple and can be done through both desktop and mobile devices.

On Desktop (PC/Mac)

1. Log in to LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com.
2. Go to the profile of the person you want to block.
3. Click the More (•••) button on their profile.
4. Select Report / Block from the dropdown menu.
5. Click Block [User’s Name] and confirm by selecting Block.

On Mobile (iPhone/Android App)

1. Open the LinkedIn app and log in.
2. Navigate to the profile of the person you wish to block.
3. Tap the More (•••) button on their profile.
4. Select Report / Block from the menu.
5. Tap Block [User’s Name] and confirm your action.

Once blocked, the user will no longer be able to access your profile, send messages, or interact with you on LinkedIn.

What Happens When You Block Someone on LinkedIn?

Blocking someone on LinkedIn has several effects:

• They will not be notified that you blocked them.
• They can no longer view your profile or send you messages.
• You will automatically be removed from each other’s connections if you were connected.
• Any recommendations or endorsements from them will be removed.
• If you are both members of the same LinkedIn group, you may still see each other’s content.

Blocking helps protect your privacy without alerting the other person.

How to Unblock Someone on LinkedIn

If you change your mind and want to unblock a LinkedIn user, follow these steps:

On Desktop:

1. Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
2. Select Settings & Privacy from the dropdown menu.
3. Navigate to Visibility and click Blocking.
4. Find the blocked user and click Unblock next to their name.
5. Enter your LinkedIn password to confirm the unblock action.

On Mobile:

1. Open the LinkedIn app and go to Settings.
2. Tap Visibility > Blocking.
3. Locate the person you want to unblock and tap Unblock.
4. Confirm by entering your password.

Note: After unblocking, you must send a new connection request if you want to reconnect with that person.

Alternative Options to Blocking Someone

If you don’t want to block someone completely, LinkedIn offers other ways to manage interactions:

• Remove a Connection – If you simply want to disconnect, you can remove the person without blocking them.
• Restrict a Profile – The Restrict feature limits how much of your profile someone can see without fully blocking them.
• Report a User – If someone is violating LinkedIn’s policies, you can report them instead of blocking.

Conclusion

Blocking someone on LinkedIn is an effective way to maintain privacy and control over your professional network. Whether you need to avoid spam, harassment, or unwanted connections, this feature ensures that your LinkedIn experience remains safe and enjoyable. If necessary, you can always unblock a user later through your settings.