Look for a Friend’s Posts in Your Facebook Feed
Many people first begin to suspect they’ve been blocked by a friend on Facebook when they realize that they haven’t seen their posts in their feed for a while. It’s important not to jump to conclusions when this happens, as posts can often be hidden from you by Facebook’s algorithm, which is notorious for showing you content from some accounts over others. You may also have been placed on Facebook’s Restricted list. Here’s how to make sure whether the algorithm or a block is responsible for missing posts.
Use Facebook Messenger to Check If You’re Blocked
If you use the Facebook Messenger app on your smartphone, tablet, or computer, try to send them a direct message.
Check Your Friends List
A fast way to see who’s blocked you on Facebook is to check your friends list. Simply put, if the person you suspect has blocked you doesn’t show up in your Facebook friends list, then you’ve been unfriended or blocked. If they do appear in your list, then you’re still friends.
Tips for Looking Up a Friend
When searching for a friend with the search bar, make sure you’re not only spelling their name correctly but that you’re also using the name they use for their Facebook account. Some Facebook users use their initials or even a nickname on their profiles. This means that their accounts will not show up when searching for their real name. To get around this, ask a mutual friend if they know what username the friend using. You can also search for someone by entering their email address; however, you will need to know the specific email address that they used to create their Facebook account.
