Instagram has communities, groups, and profiles to suit almost all users’ interests and preferences. From users who wish to only connect with their friends and family to those who have far greater ambitions on the platform, there’s something for everyone. And that’s not all! Some users only use Instagram for some relaxation at the end, while others spend too much time on it. Although that’s not the desired outcome, it does go a long way to show how efficient Instagram is at what it does.
So, if you have wanted to sign up on the platform for some while now, this is your sign! And we aren’t talking in the air; Instagram does offer several features which provide convenience that is to die for.
While the list could go on all day, today, we’re only concerned with the privacy and security that Instagram provides. How can you know that signing up for it won’t create any serious problems in your life?
Well, as you might know, Instagram has more than two billion monthly active users. After Facebook, it is the second most populous social media platform worldwide. If there’s one thing to be said about it, it’s that the platform is extremely careful with its users’ data.
And as far as privacy is concerned, users are often quick to point out how problematic the comments sections under controversial posts often get. However, they forget that it’s the users who are responsible for those, not the platform.
Moreover, if you do come across any such users, you’re perfectly well-equipped to deal with them on your own. Depending on the situation, you have the option to remove, block, and report a user if they prove to be hostile.
And while many small nuances are not mentioned here, the point remains that Instagram is a perfectly agreeable platform that you shouldn’t keep yourself from.
Today’s blog will discuss if, when you unblock someone, they unfollow you.
When I Unblock Someone on Instagram Do They Unfollow Me?
Instagram is a big platform, and a little blocking and unblocking action is all in good fun. However, before you indulge in this tradition, it’s best to realize all it entails.
If you unblock someone on Instagram, do they unfollow you? Well, not exactly. When you block someone, the both of you automatically unfollow each other. So, when you unblock them, it might look like they’ve unblocked you.
However, there’s nothing to worry about. Although no situation where blocking is included can be called unproblematic, but most of the time, it’s easily fixable.
For future reference, blocking might be a coping mechanism; but it’s not a good one. Not only will it sour your relationship with the person, but it also won’t make you feel very good, either. Instead of blocking, go for something more efficient, such as a well-meaning discussion.
Now, let’s move on to if you absolutely have to block someone. How would you do so?
How to block someone on Instagram?
Step 1: Open the Instagram mobile application on your smartphone.
Step 2: You’ll now be delivered to your Instagram Time Feed. At the screen’s top right corner is the infamous Messenger icon. Tap on it to go to your Instagram Chats page.
Step 3: Locate and tap on the chats with the user you wish to block. At the top, tap the person’s username to Chat settings.
Step 4: Scroll to the bottom of that page to locate the Block button in red, and tap on it.
Step 5: You can either block this account or block this account in addition to any other accounts they might have to create. This will further ensure that they don’t get any chance to disturb you.
If you haven’t any chats with this user, that’s not a problem at all! In fact, in that case, there’s an even more straightforward method you can use to block them.
Step 1: Open Instagram on your smartphone and go to the Explore tab.
Step 2: At the top, you’ll locate the Instagram Search bar. Tap on it and enter the user’s name you wish to block.
Step 3: From the search results, tap on their username to open their profile. There, tap on the three dots icon at the top right to make a drop-down menu appear.
Step 4: On that menu, tap on Block, and you’re all good to go!
How to unblock someone on Instagram?
Now that you’re aware of how to block someone let’s move on to how you can unblock them should you resolve your indifferences. However, remember that people are generally not that receptive towards unblocking, and they might even block you back upon receiving the chance.
Step 1: Head over to your profile and tap the hamburger icon at the top right side.
Step 2: Tap on the first option, Settings. On the following page, select Privacy.
Step 3: Scroll to the bottom and tap Blocked accounts. From the list, tap the Unblock button next to the user you wish to unblock.
In the end
At the end of today’s blog, let us quickly recap all we’ve discussed of consequences today.
Instagram is quite a large platform, perfectly equipped to deal with problems that might plague its users. One frequent issue users have to deal with is other unpleasant users. So, Instagram has offered us the simplest way to deal with it: blocking them.
However, if you block someone, you’re cutting them off. Regardless of your intention, if you still wish to ever talk to them, be prepared with some genuine apologies. And no, unblocking someone won’t make them unfollow you; that part is already done when you block them.
Lastly, we’ve discussed the processes for blocking and unblocking a user on Instagram, should you ever find the need to do so.
If we’ve still left any of your questions unanswered, don’t hesitate to call us out on it in the comments section below!
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