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How to unblock someone on Facebook
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Looking to unblock a friend after putting them on a Facebook timeout? Here is the easiest way you can unblock someone on Facebook.
Whether you blocked a friend as a joke or you’re ready to befriend someone you haven’t spoken to in years, knowing how to unblock someone on Facebook is handy knowledge to have.
That’s why we’re here to tell you the easiest way to unblock someone from your Facebook account, even if you’re no longer interested in speaking to them.
So, without further ado, here is the simplest way to unblock someone on Facebook.
What we used
The Short Version
Step1
Go into your Facebook Account
Log into your Facebook account and go to your own profile page. This can be done on both mobile devices and a laptop or PC.
Step2
Press the small arrow on the top right-hand side
Click on the small arrow that’s in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
Step3
Click on Settings and Privacy from the drop-down menu
Press on the Settings and Privacy option from the drop-down menu that is presented.
Step4
Press Settings
Once you press Settings and Privacy, click on Settings.
Step5
Click on Blocking
Once you get into the Settings page, click on the Blocking option. It will be on the left-hand side of the screen.
Step6
Choose the person you want to unblock
Once in this section, you will see a list of people that you have already blocked on screen.
Step7
Press Unblock
Click on the Unblock button to unblock your chosen person.
Step8
Press Confirm
Once you are happy with your choice, click the Confirm button to unblock them.
Troubleshooting
Yes, you can reblock someone once you block them but you do have to wait 48 hours after you originally unblock them.
Once you block someone on Facebook you will be removed as their friend and vice versa. If you unblock them, you can re-add them as a friend.
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