Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms where users can share photos and videos. The platform also messaging option to connect with friends and family. You can also make new friends. Like all social platforms, Instagram also provides privacy features, including the ability to block other users. If you suspect that someone has blocked you on Instagram, there are several signs to look for. In this article, I will guide you through the various ways to determine if you have been blocked on Instagram.
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Signs That Someone Has Blocked You on Instagram
1. Search for Their Profile
One of the first signs that someone may have blocked you is if you cannot find their profile through the search. Follow these steps to check:
Open the Instagram app and tap the magnifying glass icon in the bottom navigation bar. It will open the search feature. Type the username of the person you suspect has blocked you. If the profile does not appear in the search results, it is a sign that you have been blocked by the user. However, the other user may have also deactivated their account or changed their username. So, not appearing in search can also be due to a change in username.
2. Check Your Followers List
Another way to check if you have been blocked is to look at your followers list. If you were previously following each other, their profile should appear in your list of followers. Go to your profile and tap on Followers. Now use the search bar to look for their username. If their profile is missing from your followers list, it’s a potential indication that you have been removed from their following or have been blocked.
3. Look for Previous Comments or Likes
Review your posts for any previous comments or likes from the person you suspect has blocked you. If the person has blocked you, all their comments and likes from your posts will go missing. Go to one of your posts where you remember seeing their comment or like. Look for their username in the comments or likes section. If their activity has disappeared, this is a strong indicator that the person has blocked you on Instagram.
4. Try Sending a Direct Message
You can also try sending a direct message to the person. If the message doesn’t get delivered, it is another sign that you have been blocked. On some devices, you may also not see the profile picture of the person in DM list.
5. Use a Different Account
If you have a second Instagram account, try searching for the person’s profile using that account. You can also ask your friend to search the account. If you can see their profile and posts from another account but not from your account, it confirms that you have been blocked.
6. Visit Their Profile via a Web Browser
You can also use a web browser to check their profile. Open Instagram on a web browser and login into your account. Now go to www.instagram.com/username (replace “username” with the actual username of the person). If you see a message saying “Sorry, this page isn’t available,” it could mean you have been blocked or the account has been deactivated. To reconfirm it, open the profile page in an incognito window. Here, it should open the profile photo.
Conclusion
Now you know that there are several ways you can confirm if you have been blocked by someone. You need to try all the ways to confirm. So, search for the person, try sending a DM, open the profile on a web browser, and also ask your friend to see if the person has not changed the username. The other person may have deactivated the account or changed the user name. If you are blocked, you should accept it and stop stalking to the person.
