Why can’t I block on Instagram?

Answered by Robert Flynn

I understand that you are having trouble blocking someone on Instagram. It’s important to note that Instagram regularly updates its app to provide the best user experience, and sometimes blocking features may change or be enhanced in newer versions. Therefore, it is highly recommended to update your Instagram app to the latest version available.

When you block someone on Instagram, it means that person will no longer be able to interact with you on the platform. They won’t be able to see your posts, stories, or profile, and they won’t be able to send you direct messages or comment on your content. Blocking someone can be useful if you want to prevent someone from contacting or harassing you.

However, the blocking feature on Instagram allows you to take it a step further. In the latest version of the app, when you block someone, you will have the option to block their account only or block their account and any new accounts they might create in the future. This added feature helps to prevent someone from creating new accounts to continue harassing or bothering you.

By choosing the option to block their account and new accounts they may create, you can have more control over who can interact with you on Instagram. This can be particularly helpful if you are dealing with persistent trolls or individuals who create multiple accounts to evade being blocked.

It is important to keep in mind that blocking someone on Instagram is a personal decision, and it is up to you to determine who you want to block and for what reasons. It is always recommended to block someone if they are causing you distress or violating Instagram’s community guidelines.

In my personal experience, I have found the blocking feature on Instagram to be effective in preventing unwanted interactions or harassment. It provides me with a sense of control over my own social media experience and allows me to create a safer online environment.

To summarize, if you are unable to block someone on Instagram, it is highly likely that you are using an outdated version of the app. Updating your Instagram app to the latest version will ensure that you have the most up-to-date experience and access to all the blocking features, including the option to block an account and any new accounts they may create.