To unblock your Instagram account, you need to wait a few days. The only suggestion is to suspend all interactions for the duration of the block, which generally lasts 24 hours, and in particular, disconnect your account from any external applications to Instagram.
How to Access a Blocked Instagram Account
To do this, follow these steps:
- Select the "☰" icon in the top right corner of your profile screen.
- Go to the "Settings" section.
- Select "Privacy" and then "Blocked Accounts" to view all blocked accounts.
Duration of an Instagram Ban
Although Instagram can block an account multiple times, temporary blocks usually last no more than 24 hours. In some cases, suspensions can last up to 48 or 72 hours.
An Instagram profile can be temporarily blocked for 24 hours if it is the first time Instagram has blocked you. If you have been blocked multiple times, the block may last longer.
To determine if someone has blocked you on Instagram, you can:
- Check if your tag is still present in a photo or post where the user has been mentioned.
- Verify if only the name and profile link remain.
This simple check will help you determine if you have been blocked.
The duration of social media blocks can vary, but typically they last 24 hours. However, it is important to note that the times are not precise, so sometimes you may wait less than 24 hours, and other times more.
The only way to unblock yourself on Facebook is to contact the user who blocked you and ask why they decided to block you on the social network and if they are willing to restore your friendship.
To access Messenger if someone has blocked you:
- Go to the "Blocked People" section in Facebook and Messenger settings.
- Find the friend you have blocked each other with on Messenger.
- Tap on their profile and switch the "Block Messages" toggle to OFF.
If you don’t see someone in the sidebar under the "Facebook Profile" title, it could be one of the following cases:
- The user has blocked you. When someone puts you on their blocked list, you can no longer send messages or access their profile.
- The user has deleted their account.
In case of a block, Facebook often sends you a notification email informing you of the suspension, providing an explanation for the block, and indicating the duration, which can range from two to six weeks. After the specified time period, your account will have all its features restored.