Can You Block Someone on Facebook but Not Messenger

If you block someone on Facebook, they won’t see your posts, tag you, send messages or friend requests. But can you block someone on Facebook without blocking them on Messenger?

Facebook and Messenger are closely integrated social media platforms, so this question can arise. The concept is simple. You don’t want them to see your updates or tag you, but they could still send you messages via Messenger.

If You Block Someone on Facebook, Can They Still Message You on Messenger

Unfortunately, the answer is no. Blocking someone on Facebook also blocks them on Messenger. However, there are alternative approaches and settings that can achieve a similar effect. We’ve lined them up for you, so keep scrolling.

1. Restrict Them on Facebook Instead of Blocking

Facebook understands the conundrum of befriending someone unwillingly, like a boss, nosy relative, or frenemy. Basically, someone you have to stay friends with on Facebook for appearances but don’t want them to see your updates. Facebook offers a solution to this dilemma with the Restricted list. Here’s how it works for the restricted person:

– They can only see your public posts or posts you’ve tagged them in.

– They won’t see posts marked as Friends or Private.

– They can visit your profile, but they’ll only see public and tagged posts.

– You can see their profile as usual.

– They can send you messages via Messenger.

Now, isn’t this the next best thing? You’re blocking them from viewing your posts, but they can still use your messages. To do so:

Step 1: Open Facebook → go to their profile.

Step 2: Tap the Friends button and select Edit Friends Lists.

Step 3: Scroll down, select Restricted, and tap Done.

This article explains the distinction between blocking and restricting someone on Facebook.

2. Take a Break From Their Facebook Profile

This is another way of avoiding someone’s profile on Facebook without blocking them. The name ‘Take a break’ doesn’t have to be temporary; it can be for as long as you want.

Facebook has a setting for users to use when they break up with someone and don’t want to block them. This setting can also be used to block someone on Facebook but not on Messenger.

You can stop them from seeing your posts and tagged posts.

Facebook automatically adds them to your Restricted list.

You’ll see less of them, meaning you won’t see their posts and updates in your news feed.

Additionally, you can hide the posts they’ve been tagged in from your profile.

To take a break from a profile, open Facebook, visit their profile, tap the Friends button, select Take a break, and follow the on-screen instructions to set preferences.

3. Unfriend Them on Facebook

While efficient, unfriending someone can have long-term effects on your relationship. Your friends will eventually realize that they have been unfriended, which can strain your relationship.

Furthermore, if you choose to reconnect with them, you’ll need to send a friend request again, which can be embarrassing.

When you remove someone from your friends list, their access to your profile will be limited based on your privacy settings:

– They can see your public posts, but not the ones marked as Friends or Private.

– You can still view each other’s profiles, but only public information will be visible.

– They can send you messages through Messenger.

If you’ve had previous conversations with someone, the message will arrive in the same chat. However, if you haven’t interacted with them, it may arrive in the Message Requests folder. To unfriend someone, open Facebook, go to their profile, tap the Friends button, and select Unfriend. Confirm by clicking OK.

Can You Block Someone on Messenger but Not Facebook

Remarkably, you can block someone on Messenger without blocking them on Facebook. When you block someone on Facebook Messenger, they can’t message, call, or see your Stories. However, they can still see your updates, profile, tag you, comment, and more. Here’s how to block someone on Facebook Messenger:

Step 1: Go to Messenger and open the conversation.

Step 2: Tap the person’s name from the top bar.

Step 3: Scroll down and select Block.

Step 4: Select Block Messages and Calls.

Step 5: Tap Block to confirm.

Blocking someone on Messenger has similar characteristics to blocking on Facebook. The person being blocked will not receive any notifications about the block. However, there are still ways for them to determine whether they have been blocked on Messenger.

Block Them Yet Get Messages

While you cannot block someone on Facebook and still allow them to message you on Messenger due to their integration, alternative methods exist to manage your interactions and maintain your privacy.