Having to block a toxic player can be annoying but necessary. The good news is you can undo it when needed across Xbox platforms. Here‘s your 1:1 guide to unblocking users in case you change your mind.
Why Unblock and Where?
First, let‘s discuss why you might want to unblock someone and where it can be done:
| Platform | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox Console | Blocked list visibility | Clunky navigation |
| Mobile Xbox App | Intuitive interface | Small text/buttons |
| Xbox PC App | Easiest to use | Must be at computer |
Key Reasons to Unblock
- Renew communication with reformed player
- Game with friends who had a falling out
- Give blocked player second chance
- Accidentally blocked the wrong person
As you can see, having flexible unblock capabilities across Xbox platforms is useful for managing your community. Now let‘s get into the step-by-step guides.
Finding Your Blocked List on Xbox Consoles
Locating your blocked players list is the necessary first step for reviving closed communications. Here is the full walkthrough:
- Press the Xbox button on your controller to open the side menu
- Use right bumper to highlight your *Gamer Profile* icon and press A** to enter
- Select the Social tab
- This manages friends and activity feeds
- Choose the Following tab on the bottom left
- Controls followers and preferences
- Open the Everything dropdown menu
- Lists different friend filters
- Select Blocked to see your full list
With your blocked list visible, it‘s easy to scout who to unblock. Next let‘s do it!
Xbox Blocked List Troubleshooting
If you don‘t see an Everything dropdown or the Blocked list is empty when it shouldn‘t be:
- Confirm you are signed in with the correct gamer profile
- Double check that you have navigated to the Following tab
- Try doing a hard reboot of your Xbox console
Unblocking Gamers on Your Xbox
When ready to open communications back up with a blocked player, here is how to unblock them:
- Access the Friends tab from the Xbox side menu
- Scroll down and select Find Someone
- Search for gamer tags
- Use the on-screen keyboard to type their full gamer tag
- Select their profile to open it up fully
- Choose Unblock at the bottom of their profile
- Removes blocking restrictions
And now they are free to connect with you online again!
Xbox Unblocking Tip
Any friendships or follow status will be reset after being blocked then unblocked. You may need to send a new friend request.
Unblocking Via the Xbox Mobile App
Thanks to SmartGlass, you can also manage your blocking list on the go. Just grab your mobile device, launch the Xbox app, and:
- Tap the Search magnifying glass icon
- Type in the gamer tag of the blocked person
- Open their profile options menu
- Choose Unblock to lift restrictions
A few screen taps is all it takes to unblock from your phone!
Unblocking Through the Xbox Website
For the easiest unblocking experience, take advantage of the Xbox website:
- Visit Xbox.com and sign in
- Click your gamer profile to open feed
- Open the Friends tab
- Select the Blocked sub-menu
- Choose Unblock next to their gamer tag
With a full desktop view, the website makes it fast to manage your blocking list.
Impacts of Unblocking a Player
When reversing a blocking decision, here is what typically happens:
- Two-way communication channels reopen
- They can see your online status and activity feed again
- You resume getting notifications from that gamer
So in essence, unblocking brings the relationship back to the regular Xbox friend level.
Parting Words
Hopefully these step-by-steps have prepared you to diplomatically unblock players across Xbox platforms. Game on! And remember to wield that block hammer appropriately when needed – no toxicity allowed.
