Social media has provided us with many tools to engage with people. At the same time, it allows us to disengage with people too. As bitter as it may sound, we are sometimes at the latter end of the table. While the blocking game is quite common now, we might not have cracked the code yet. So, put on your detective hats to find out if someone has blocked you on Instagram. Below are some of the ways to find out if someone has blocked you on Instagram.
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Search Profile
As much as we are keen to use outsourced links, it is best to check everything manually. Just try searching for the name of the person you suspect has blocked you. If the profile is private and you are not able to find it then it is likely you have been blocked. If the profile is public and shows the post count without the posts then you have been blocked.
Another way to find out if someone has blocked you on Instagram is to check their profile by tapping on the previous comments they have added to your profile. If you can only see the follow button and not the message button then it is likely that you have been blocked.
Browser check
Open any web browser and type the link Instagram.com/ username. Replace ‘username’ with the person’s username that you suspect has blocked you. If the page that opens reads “Sorry, this page isn’t available,” then it’s possible that you have been blocked. However, there is a slight chance that the person might have deleted their account. 
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Direct Messages
Whenever someone blocks you, your private chats will disappear. Thus, try searching for their name in direct messages. If you can’t find them, then check your mutual groups. If you are able to see their messages in the group chat. In that case, you have probably been blocked.
Ask a mutual friend for help
One of the best ways to find out if someone has blocked you on Instagram is by asking a mutual follower you have with the person to check if they are able to access the person’s profile. The reason why you should only ask a mutual follower for help is that a throwaway account won’t work if the person’s profile is private. If the mutual follower is able to view the person’s profile while you are not, it is very likely that you have been blocked.
Use an alternate account to check if you’ve been restricted
If the person has not blocked you on Instagram, it is possible they may have restricted you instead. To confirm this, make a throwaway account and check if your recent comments show up on their posts. When you’re restricted, your comments have to be approved by the user before being visible to everyone else. Unit then, your comments will only be visible to you. If you’re unable to see your comments from an alternate account, the Instagram user has restricted you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I view someone’s Instagram posts without making an account?
Use the Imginn website to view the posts on someone’s Instagram profile without needing to make an account.
How do I find out if someone has blocked me on Instagram?
If you are unable to view a user’s profile but your mutual followers with them are able to do it, it is possible you have been blocked by the user. To confirm this, load their Instagram page on the web browser. If it says ‘This page isn’t available’, you have been blocked.
How do I block someone on Instagram?
To block someone on Instagram, simply visit their profile, hit the ellipses, and select Block.
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Conclusion
These are some of the best ways to find out if someone has blocked you on Instagram. While there are several third-party tools for Instagram that claim to help find the people who have blocked you, they rarely ever work and pose a serious threat to your account safety.
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