Two social media giants have made their mark in connecting people around the world: Facebook and Messenger. This dynamic duo has redefined our online interactions and is a part of our daily lives.
Facebook was born when a Harvard University student and his roommates launched a platform that would evolve into the largest social networking site. Initially limited to college campuses, Facebook quickly expanded its reach, becoming a global phenomenon by 2006.
A pivotal moment in Facebook’s history was the introduction of Messenger in 2011, a standalone application designed for instant messaging that further enhanced the user experience.
Facebook and Messenger are intricately connected, creating a seamless experience for users. Facebook serves as a comprehensive social network where users connect, share updates and connect, and Messenger provides a dedicated space for private conversations.
Both Facebook and Messenger have different features to meet the needs of their users. On Facebook, users can share photos, videos, status updates and much more. The iconic “Like” button and the emotional reactions that followed transformed how users interacted.
Meanwhile, Messenger stands out as a messaging app, enabling users to connect via text, voice and video calls. Fun features like stickers, GIFs and a wide range of emojis add a playful touch to conversations.
In today’s blog, we’ll talk about something that worries both of them a bit: If someone blocks you on Messenger, can they still see your Facebook story?
If someone blocked me on Messenger, can they see my story on Facebook?
So, today’s question is somewhat complicated: If a user blocks you on Messenger, can they see your status on Facebook? However, don’t worry; We’re here to make your online life easier, and that’s what we’ll do.
The answer is no; If someone has blocked you on Messenger, they will automatically block you on Facebook and won’t be able to see your story.
Previously, Facebook and Messenger were managed separately; People can block you on Messenger or Facebook itself. This means they can block you on Messenger, but you’re still friends on Facebook.
However, as you can already tell, it is not convenient for anyone. If you’ve blocked someone on Messenger, there’s obviously a reason behind it, right? So, instead of blocking them separately on both platforms, why not do it simultaneously?
This was probably the thinking behind merging Facebook and its blocking option on Messenger. So, if you want the person who blocked you to be unable to see your Facebook story, you’re in luck because they can’t!
Here’s how to block someone on Messenger
Step 1: Open Messenger on your smartphone and log in to your Messenger account.
Step 2: This is the first page you will see chats page.
Find your chats with the user you want to block and open your chats with them.
Step 3: In the chat, tap on “i” icon in the upper right corner of that page; This will take you to their chat settings.
Step 4: Scroll down, where you will find the second from last option Block; Tap on it.
Step 5: Next, you will be told all the ways in which blocking this user will affect you. Tap on the blue Block “username”. Button at the bottom, and that’s it!
Similarly, if you block someone on Facebook, they will automatically be blocked from DMing you on Messenger. So, what should you do if someone has blocked you on both Facebook and Messenger? Of course, you need to be able to reach them somehow to make things right.
Well, the only option for you is to create another account and hope you can contact them. However, the chances of that are pretty slim, so staying within your boundaries is the best way to fix this.
Don’t stalk them or create new accounts, but you can see them publicly and let them know you’re sorry. Handwritten apology notes will work better if that’s possible.
Let us know which solution worked for you in the comments section!
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