How to unblock someone on LinkedIn: Quick step-by-step guide

How to unblock someone on LinkedIn is a common question when professionals want to reconnect, fix accidental blocks, or restore a conversation. In this guide you'll find clear, up-to-date steps for desktop and mobile (iOS & Android), what to expect after unblocking, troubleshooting tips, and smart follow-up tactics to rebuild rapport without wasting time. If you manage multiple relationships or a personal brand, you'll also learn how automation can help you re-engage thoughtfully and safely.

Why this matters for professionals

Blocking is a safety tool, but it can also interrupt important connections—clients, partners, or colleagues. Unblocking correctly preserves your privacy while giving you control over next steps. For solopreneurs, founders, and marketers, reconnecting in a respectful, timely way is essential for your personal brand and network growth.

Quick checklist: Before you unblock

• Confirm you actually blocked the person and not just unfollowed them.
• Decide whether you want to reconnect (send a message or connection request) or simply remove the block.
• Review past messages and context before re-engaging.
• Ensure your account password is accessible—LinkedIn may ask you to enter it to confirm the unblock.

How to unblock someone on LinkedIn (Desktop)

Step-by-step

1. Sign in to LinkedIn and click your profile picture in the top-right corner ("Me").
2. Select Settings & Privacy.
3. Open the Visibility tab on the left (or use the search field in Settings and type "Blocking").
4. Scroll to Blocking and click Change or Manage blocked accounts.
5. Find the person you want to unblock and click Unblock next to their name.
6. Enter your LinkedIn password to confirm (LinkedIn requires this step for security) and confirm the unblock.

Source: LinkedIn Help — Blocking and unblocking people (link in resources).

How to unblock someone on LinkedIn (Mobile app)

iOS & Android steps

1. Open the LinkedIn app and tap your profile picture in the top-left or tap "Me" (depending on app version).
2. Tap Settings > Visibility (or use the search in Settings for "Blocking").
3. Tap Blocking to view the list of blocked accounts.
4. Tap Unblock next to the person you want to allow again, then enter your password if prompted.

Unblocking immediately removes the block, but it does not automatically re-establish a connection. You'll need to send a new connection request if you want to reconnect.

What happens after you unblock someone?

• Connections: If you were connected before blocking, that connection does not automatically restore. Send a connection request or follow them depending on context.
• Messages: Previous message history usually remains in your inbox, but message access can be limited until you reconnect. Check your conversation thread before messaging.
• Profile visibility: Unblocking restores normal visibility controls—mutual connections and your privacy settings still apply.
• Re-blocking: LinkedIn may restrict immediate re-blocking in some cases; if you re-block, check LinkedIn Help for timing rules.

For official details see LinkedIn Help: Blocking and unblocking people on LinkedIn (opens in new tab).

Troubleshooting: Can't unblock or can't find the person?

• If the blocked user doesn't appear, try filtering or searching in the Blocking section; update or restart the app and try again.
• If LinkedIn prompts for a password and you don't remember it, use Forgot password to reset before unblocking.
• Account restrictions or technical issues: contact LinkedIn Support if the unblock option is greyed out.
• If you accidentally blocked a company page or group, the steps differ—check LinkedIn Help for those specific items.

When should you NOT unblock someone?

• If they were blocked for harassment, threats, or repeated spam—safety first.
• If unblocking risks exposing sensitive company information or proprietary contacts.
• If you're uncertain about motives—consider reconnecting via a neutral channel first (email, mutual contact).

How to re-engage professionally after unblocking

Unblocking is just step one. Rebuilding a relationship requires a thoughtful approach that protects your brand and time.

• Review previous conversations and context before reaching out.
• Send a short, personalized message acknowledging the past (if appropriate), focusing on value and next steps.
• Avoid automated generic messages that feel spammy—prioritize authenticity.
• If you manage many reconnections, use templates that sound personal and adapt them per contact.

Pro tip: A short, context-driven message works best: "Hi [Name], I realized I accidentally blocked you earlier—apologies. I’d love to reconnect and share an update on [project/topic]."

Use automation wisely: Reconnect without sounding robotic

Automation helps scale reconnection efforts, but authenticity matters. Tools like Linkesy can automate content and follow-ups while preserving your voice thanks to style-matching AI. Use automation to:

• Schedule thoughtful content that demonstrates value before sending a reconnect message.
• Prepare personalized message templates and auto-fill small details to save time.
• Track engagement so you prioritize replies to genuinely interested contacts.

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Quick comparison: Desktop vs Mobile unblock flow

Action plan: 7 steps to unblock and reconnect (for busy pros)

1. Confirm why you blocked them and decide if unblocking is appropriate.
2. Follow the desktop or mobile steps above to unblock.
3. Review past messages and profile updates to refresh context.
4. Prepare a short, personalized reconnection message.
5. Send the message and monitor for reply (use inbox filters to prioritize). 
6. If no reply, nurture with value-first content (share a relevant post or insight).
7. Use AI-assisted scheduling to keep consistent touch without manual work—try Linkesy to automate content that rebuilds authority and trust.

Related reading (Linkesy resources)

• Pillar: LinkedIn Growth and Personal Branding — strategy and best practices for professional visibility.
• LinkedIn profile optimization: 12 changes that increase connection requests.
• How to create a 30-day LinkedIn content calendar — reduce time spent posting each week.
• AI for LinkedIn: Automate posts without sounding like a bot — preserve your voice at scale.

External resources and official guidance

• LinkedIn Help: Blocking and unblocking people (official documentation).
• HubSpot: LinkedIn etiquette for professionals (best-practice guidance).

Conclusion: Reconnect with intent, not by accident

Unblocking someone on LinkedIn is fast, but the real work is in how you follow up. Protect your safety first—don't unblock in risky situations—and when you do decide to reconnect, be intentional, brief, and value-driven. If you juggle many reconnections or need to rebuild your personal brand at scale, automation tools that keep your voice authentic (like Linkesy) cut the busywork while helping you stay professional and human.

Next step: If you want to rebuild relationships without spending hours writing individual messages, Try Linkesy free and see how AI can generate personalized, on-brand messages and a 30-day content calendar in minutes.