How to Block Someone on LinkedIn Without Them Knowing

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What Happens When You Block a LinkedIn Member

How to Block Someone on LinkedIn Using a Desktop

Step 1: OpenLinkedInin your preferred browser.

Step 2: Search for the user you want to block and choose the account.

Step 3: Go toView full profile.

Step 4: Under the profile, click on theMorebutton.

Step 5: From the drop-down menu, selectReport / Block.

Step 6: In the Report prompt, selectBlock [User’s name].

Step 7: Finally, in the confirmation window, selectBlock.

That’s it. You have successfully blocked the user on LinkedIn. What if you are on mobile? Well, move on to the next method.

How to Block People on LinkedIn Mobile App

Step 1: Open theLinkedInappon your mobile device.

Step 2: Go to thesearch taband look for the account you wish to block.

Step 3:Once found, tap and go to the user’s profile page.

Step 3: Tap on theView full profilebutton.

Step 4: Under profile, tap on thethree dotsnext to the Message button.

Step 5: Select theReport or Blockoption from the bottom sheet.

Step 6: In the Report screen, go toBlock [User’s name].

Step 7: Finally, select Block in the confirmation screen.

And with that, you have blocked the selected user from LinkedIn without them knowing. If you want to know how many users you have blocked so far on LinkedIn, keep reading.

How to See Your LinkedIn Block List

On Desktop

Step 1: OpenLinkedInin your preferred browser and click on yourprofile picture (Me).

Step 2: From the drop-down menu, under Account, selectSettings & Privacy.

Step 3: Go toVisibilityfrom the left pane.

Step 4: Finally, click onBlockingto see the list of accounts you have blocked on LinkedIn.

It is this simple. If you are on the phone, move on to the next section.

On the Mobile App

Step 1: Open theLinkedIn appand tap on yourprofile picture.

Step 2: Go toSettingsand tap onVisibility.

Step 3: Finally, tap onBlockingto see the blocked list.

With this, you will see the list of users you actively block. If you have any queries, check out the FAQ section below.

FAQs on Blocking People on LinkedIn

You cannot block someone on LinkedIn without viewing their profile. You can, however, hide your identity to appear anonymous when visiting a profile to block someone.

No, LinkedIn does not show users who have blocked them. However, there are a few methods for determining whether or not someone has blocked you;– The most common method is to type the person’s name into “Manage my network.” If the name doesn’t appear, then chances are they’ve blocked you.– In the search bar, type the name of the person you want to look up. If in the messaging, a pop-up says that ‘this profile is not available,’ then chances are that person has blocked you.

Whenever you block someone on LinkedIn, they will no longer be able to interact with you. However, the previous messages you exchanged with the person you have blocked will remain in your LinkedIn inbox, but you won’t be able to see any new messages they send.

Do note that blocking someone on LinkedIn is a permanent action. You should carefully consider your situation before taking any action.

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Last updated on 26 August, 2024

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