If you blocked a creator on VSCO and now want to reverse that decision, you can unblock them directly from their profile. VSCO does not require you to search through a separate blocked-accounts menu. Once you locate the person’s profile, the Unblock option appears inside its options menu.
Unblocking restores the person’s ability to view and interact with your public VSCO presence. However, it does not automatically rebuild the connection you had before the block. You must follow the creator again manually if you want their work and activity to appear as part of your VSCO experience.
How to Unblock Someone on VSCO Using the App
Follow these steps while signed in to the VSCO account from which you originally blocked the person:
- Open the VSCO app on your phone.
- Tap the search or discovery option.
- Enter the creator’s exact VSCO username.
- Open the correct profile from the search results.
- Tap the Options icon in the upper-right corner of the profile.
- Select Unblock.
- Follow the creator again if you want to reconnect with their account.
The change normally takes effect immediately. After unblocking, the creator can once again view your profile content, follow you, send permitted messages, and interact with your work.
VSCO interfaces can differ slightly between app versions and operating systems. The essential process remains the same: open the blocked creator’s profile, access its options, and choose Unblock.
How to Find a Blocked Person on VSCO
Blocking on VSCO is reciprocal, but the blocked creator may still appear when you search for their username. This makes profile search the most direct way to find and unblock a particular person.
Open VSCO’s search feature and enter the username as precisely as possible. Pay attention to spelling, underscores, numbers, and similar-looking characters. If several accounts use comparable names, examine the profile image and published work before changing the block.
If you previously opened the account through a shared link, saved browser tab, or direct profile URL, you can also use that route to reach the profile. Once the correct account is open, tap the Options icon and select Unblock.
What Happens After You Unblock Someone on VSCO?
Unblocking removes the interaction restrictions created by the original block. The person may once again be able to:
- View the content published on your VSCO profile
- Follow your account
- Message you when your messaging preferences permit it
- Interact with your published content
- Join a Space you created when its settings allow participation
The effect is mutual. You also regain the ability to view and interact with that creator’s profile.
Unblocking should not be confused with restoring every part of an earlier connection. It removes the block, but it does not reverse all related account changes automatically.
Does Unblocking Automatically Follow the Person Again?
No. Unblocking someone does not make you follow them again.
If you followed the creator before blocking them, you must return to their profile and tap Follow after removing the block. This separation gives you control over whether you only want to remove the restriction or fully reconnect with the account.
The creator is not notified merely because you unblocked them. However, they may receive a normal follow notification if you choose to follow them afterward.
Will Someone Know If You Unblock Them on VSCO?
VSCO does not send the creator a notification when you unblock them. There is no dedicated alert announcing that the restriction has been removed.
The person could still notice the change indirectly. For example, they may discover that your profile is visible again, see your activity, receive a follow notification, or become able to message you. Therefore, unblocking is not necessarily invisible even though VSCO does not issue an unblock notification.
If you want to remove the restriction quietly, unblock the creator without immediately following or interacting with the account.
What Blocking Changes on VSCO
Understanding the original restriction makes the consequences of unblocking clearer. While an account remains blocked, the creator cannot:
- Follow your profile
- Send you messages
- View content on your profile
- Interact with your content elsewhere on VSCO
- Join a Space you created
You are also prevented from interacting normally with the blocked creator. VSCO treats blocking as a reciprocal boundary rather than a one-sided visibility control.
Past favorites and reposts associated with the blocked relationship may be removed. Unblocking does not guarantee that those earlier actions will return. Any desired connection or engagement may need to be created again manually.
Why the Unblock Option May Not Appear
If you open a profile and cannot find Unblock, check the following possibilities before assuming the feature is unavailable.
Confirm That You Opened the Correct Profile
Similar usernames are common. Verify the creator’s username, profile image, and published content. The Unblock option will only appear on the account you actually blocked.
Check Which VSCO Account You Are Using
People who maintain more than one VSCO account sometimes sign in to the wrong profile. A block applies to the account that created it. Confirm that you are signed in with the same email address, phone number, or login method used when the creator was blocked.
Open the Profile Options Menu
The unblock control may not be displayed directly on the main profile screen. Tap the Options icon in the upper-right corner to reveal the available account actions.
Update the VSCO App
An outdated app may display an older interface or behave unexpectedly. Install the latest available VSCO update through your device’s official app store, reopen the app, and check the profile again.
Restart the App
Close VSCO completely instead of leaving it active in the background. Reopen the app, search for the creator, and inspect the profile options.
Check Your Connection
An unstable internet connection can prevent profile controls from loading correctly. Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data, then reload the account.
For additional app-related instructions, Unflte’s how-to guides provide practical help for common mobile and account-management problems.
What to Do If You Cannot Find the Blocked Account
A username search may fail even when the account was previously visible. Several explanations are possible:
- The creator changed their username
- The account was deactivated or deleted
- VSCO suspended or removed the profile
- The username was entered incorrectly
- The creator also applied account restrictions
- A temporary app or connection problem interrupted the search
Try searching for the creator’s current username rather than an old display name. If you have a direct profile URL, open it while signed in to VSCO. Restarting or updating the app can also resolve temporary search problems.
If the profile is no longer active, there may be nothing available to unblock until the account becomes accessible again.
Can You Unblock Someone Through a Blocked-Users List?
The most reliable current method is to search for the creator, open their profile, and select Unblock from the Options menu. Menu labels and settings layouts can change between VSCO versions, so instructions that rely on a specific “Blocked Users” page may no longer match what every user sees.
Using the creator’s profile avoids dependence on a settings path that may have moved or been redesigned. If VSCO introduces or displays a blocked-accounts list in your version, it can help you review multiple accounts, but it is not necessary when you already know the username.
Should You Follow Someone Immediately After Unblocking?
That depends on why the original block was applied. Unblocking and following are separate decisions.
You might unblock without following when:
- The original block was accidental
- You only want to remove the account restriction
- You do not want to resume regular interaction
- You prefer to observe the situation before reconnecting
Following may be appropriate when the issue has been resolved and you want to rebuild the previous connection. Remember that following can generate a notification, while unblocking alone does not.
Unblocking Versus Muting a Conversation
Unblocking restores account-level access. Muting only controls notifications from a particular message thread.
A muted conversation can still exist, and the other creator may still be able to communicate with you. Muting is suitable when you want fewer alerts without ending contact. Blocking is the stronger choice when you need to prevent profile access, messaging, follows, or interaction.
Leaving a conversation is also different. It temporarily removes the thread from your inbox but may not stop the creator from contacting you again. If safety or repeated unwanted contact is the concern, keep the block in place or use VSCO’s reporting controls.
You can find more platform-related advice in Unflte’s social media section.
Privacy and Safety Before Unblocking
Do not remove a block merely because another person asks you to do so. A block is an account-safety control, and you can keep it active for as long as necessary.
Before unblocking, consider whether the person previously:
- Sent unwanted or repeated messages
- Copied, misused, or harassed you over your content
- Attempted to obtain personal information
- Used intimidation, spam, or deceptive behavior
- Made you feel unsafe on or outside VSCO
If the behavior involved harassment, threats, impersonation, or other rule violations, reporting the account may be more appropriate than unblocking it. Preserve relevant evidence before taking action, especially when messages or interactions may later become unavailable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I unblock someone on VSCO?
Search for the creator’s username, open their VSCO profile, tap the Options icon in the upper-right corner, and select Unblock.
Can a blocked person still appear in VSCO search?
Yes. A creator you blocked may still appear when you search for their username, allowing you to open the profile and remove the block.
Does VSCO notify someone when I unblock them?
No. VSCO does not send an unblock notification. The person may still notice that your profile and content are accessible again.
Will unblocking restore the previous follow?
No. You must manually tap Follow if you want to follow the creator again.
Can the person message me after I unblock them?
They may be able to message you again, depending on your current VSCO messaging preferences and the relationship between the two accounts.
Are old favorites and reposts restored after unblocking?
Do not assume they will return. Blocking may remove earlier favorites and reposts, while unblocking primarily removes the current account restriction.
Why can’t I find the person I blocked?
They may have changed their username, deactivated their account, been removed from VSCO, or become temporarily unavailable. Confirm the username and try again after updating or restarting the app.
Can I block the same creator again later?
Yes. If you change your mind or unwanted activity resumes, open the creator’s profile, tap the Options icon, and select Block.
Final Thoughts
To unblock someone on VSCO, locate the creator through profile search, open the Options menu, and select Unblock. The creator will not receive an unblock notification, but they may regain the ability to view your profile, follow you, message you, and interact with your work. Any former follow relationship must be restored manually.
Only remove a block when you are comfortable reopening access. If the original block involved harassment, spam, or safety concerns, keeping the restriction active remains the safer decision.
