Blocking someone on Facebook can happen in seconds—sometimes out of anger, sometimes by mistake. Later on, many users begin to ask an important question: “How do I find numbers or contacts I recently blocked on Facebook?”
If you’re in that situation, you’re not alone. This guide breaks everything down in simple, practical steps so you can locate recently blocked numbers and unblock them without stress.
Can You See Recently Blocked Numbers on Facebook?
Yes, Facebook keeps a record of everyone you’ve blocked, including people you blocked using their phone numbers. However, Facebook does not label them as “recently blocked.” Instead, all blocked contacts appear in one list inside your settings.
To find a recently blocked number, you’ll need to access your ‘blocked list’ and identify the contact manually.
How to Find Recently Blocked Numbers on Facebook
Method 1: Using the Facebook Mobile App (Android & iPhone)
- Open the Facebook app
- Tap the Menu icon
- Scroll down and tap Settings & Privacy
- Select Settings
- Scroll to Audience and Visibility
- Tap Blocking
- Under Blocked people, Blocked messages, or Blocked contacts, you’ll see:
- Profiles
- Phone numbers
- Messenger blocks
Look through the list to identify the most recent blocked number.
Tip: Facebook often places newer blocks near the top of the list.
Finding Blocked Numbers on Facebook Web (PC)
- Visit facebook.com and log in
- Click your profile picture
- Select Settings & Privacy
- Click Settings
- Choose Blocking from the left menu
- Scroll through the blocked section to view phone numbers and profiles
This method is easier if you blocked many contacts and want a clearer view.
How Facebook Blocks Phone Numbers Work
When you block someone using a phone number, Facebook prevents that person from:
- Finding your Facebook profile
- Sending you friend requests
- Messaging you on Messenger (if linked)
These blocked numbers are stored alongside blocked profiles, pages, and app invites.
How to Unblock a Recently Blocked Number
After locating the number:
- Tap Unblock
- Enter your Facebook password
- Confirm your action
Important: After unblocking a number or profile, you must wait 48 hours before you can block the same contact again.
Why You Might Not See a Recently Blocked Number
Here are common reasons:
- The number is not linked to a Facebook account
- The block was done on Messenger, not Facebook
- You blocked the person using another account
- The contact deleted their Facebook account
Conclusion
Finding recently blocked numbers on Facebook isn’t complicated once you know where to look. The key is understanding how Facebook stores blocked contacts and checking the right settings.
If you blocked someone by mistake or simply want to reconnect, the steps above will help you locate and unblock the number safely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I search for a blocked number directly?
No. Facebook does not provide a search box for blocked contacts.
Will unblocking a number restore messages?
No. Old chats remain deleted unless the conversation still exists.
Can the person know I unblocked them?
No. Facebook does not send notifications when you unblock someone.
