How to Block Someone on Telegram

Telegram is a free app that allows people to message, market their business in groups and chats, or just have a private conversation. But anyone with your number can contact you through the app. People can also message you if they find your public username. This can get a bit annoying.

Luckily, the app offers its users the ability to block unwanted contacts. Regardless of the reason, you can block any user on Telegram and get rid of the inconvenience.

In this article, we’ll go through the methods to block users on Telegram from their Android, iOS, and desktop devices.

How to block someone on Telegram

Blocking people on Telegram is easy, but the steps may differ depending on the device. You can do this on your Android, iOS and desktop devices.

Follow the steps below to block a contact on Telegram.

On an Android device

Android devices are known for their simple interface and numerous features. If you have an Android phone, you can block someone on Telegram by following these steps:

1. Open your Telegram app on your Android device. It can be a mobile phone, tablet or even a Chromebook.
2. Out of chat, select the contact you want to block. You can scroll down or find them using the search bar. Then open the chat.
3. Tap the person’s username to open a new menu. It shows your username, mobile number and common groups you belong to.
4. In the upper right corner you will see three vertical dots. Tap on it to open a drop-down menu.
5. Choose from there block user and then confirm.

Another way to block contacts on an Android device is to look for connections. However, this is only useful if you have saved the contact on your device.

On iPhone

The interface for Telegram on an iOS device is different from Android. Because of this, you may need to follow a few different steps to block someone on Telegram on an iPhone.

Here’s how you can do it:

1. Open your Telegram app on any iOS device.
2. That chat Page appears after loading. This section contains all messages from individual users and groups.
3. Select the person you want to block. This will open their chat box. If the contact is in your list, tap contacts icon at bottom left. The list you see contains all the contacts from your phone that are available on Telegram.
4. Tap on the display picture in the upper right corner of the chat.
5. Selecting the indicator icon opens profile information. Beat More to access a new menu.
6. Choose from there block. Your iPhone will ask if you want to block the user.

Once done, the user will be banned from your Telegram account and lose access to your profile. You cannot message them unless you unblock them.

It is also possible to search for a contact in Chat section and use the steps above to block them. This is useful when the specific user has not been added to your contact list. Telegram also allows users to block someone as soon as they send a text.

On the desktop

Like many other messaging apps, Telegram is also accessible on desktops. In some regions of the world, you may need a quality VPN on your PC to access the desktop site.

Here are the steps to block a Telegram user on your Windows desktop:

1. Open your Telegram desktop app.
2. On the left, all yours contacts will be displayed. Scroll down or search for the desired user.
3. Select the person you want to block and open their chat.
4. In which chat box, you will see three vertical dots in the upper right corner of the screen. Click to open it. A drop-down menu with different options will appear.

5. Choose block user to deny them access to messages, calls, or seeing your profile picture.

Similarly, users on macOS (Apple computers) can block contacts through the Telegram app by opening the website and locating the contact they wish to block. Tap the contact name and then choose More. Scroll down until you see block and select it.

What happens when you block a Telegram user?

Compared to WhatsApp, Telegram is a relatively public app. It works on the concept that if you allow the “People Nearby” feature, people and groups near you can contact you. Telegram has several useful features, but it can also get a bit frustrating. Here’s what happens when you block someone on Telegram…

Undelivered Messages

The user can no longer contact you via messages. The messages aren’t delivered, and the user on the other end isn’t notified that you’ve blocked them. All undelivered messages are left with a single check mark.

No calls

You will not receive calls from people on your block list. The phone rings on their side, but you don’t receive the call. Also, you won’t get any notifications when they try to call you.

Last seen is not displayed

Telegram has an automatic Last Seen option. It is possible to disable your last seen on Telegram so that the user cannot see when you previously opened the app. Blocked users also don’t see when you go online.

No profile picture

Telegram respects your privacy when you decide to block a user. Besides blocking calls, messages and online status, it also removes the visibility of your images. If you block someone on Telegram, your profile picture will no longer be visible to them.

Protect your Telegram experience

Telegram is a public app that allows people from different regions to connect. This can be a bit frustrating for some users.

It is possible to block contacts on Telegram. You can take appropriate steps to revoke your profile access by blocking a contact. Once you block someone, Telegram revokes their access to send you messages. The calls are not put through either. Also, blocking will also hide your profile picture from that contact.

A blocked contact can’t see when you were last seen or when you’re online. You can make your Telegram account secure by following the steps above.