How to Block and Report Someone on Bumble

Online dating has transformed the way people connect. However, there are instances where you want to avoid some people. It’s best to block and report someone on Bumble if you aren’t comfortable with them.

Bumble ensures the protection of user data. Hence, if you are facing issues from anyone, it’s best to block them. When you report someone on Bumble, it will keep them away from you and ensure that the platform is also safe for others.

Things to Know When Blocking Someone

Before we look into the steps to block and report someone on Bumble, there are certain things to consider:

• Blocking is permanent: Once you block a user, you can’t reverse this action, even if you change your mind. The user will be instantly unmatched, and you can’t find them again using your current account.
• The user will only be blocked on Bumble: Once blocked, you can’t see the user again on Bumble. However, if you have shared your Instagram handle or other contact details, they can still contact you unless you block them on Instagram or other places.

• Blocking will not be effective on a new account: If you ever delete your Bumble account but later decide to create it again, you may meet the blocked person again. The best solution is not to swipe right or block them on the feed.
• Document and gather evidence: If you’re blocking someone due to harassment, threats, or inappropriate behavior, consider taking screenshots or saving messages before you block them. This evidence could be useful if you report the user to Bumble’s support team or decide to take legal action.

How to Block and Report Someone on Bumble Before Matching

While Bumble has vigorous checks before allowing anyone to the platform, some can still get through them. If you notice anything suspicious with anyone’s profile, you can block or report them. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open Bumble and scroll down to the profile you want to block and report.

Step 2: Choose ‘Hide and Report.’

Step 3: Tap ‘Block and Report.’

Step 4: Choose the reason to report.

Step 5: Mention the reason and tap Block.

Block and Report Someone on Bumble After Matching

Not everything that glitters is gold. You might be impressed by someone only to discover something that’s a deal-breaker. However, if you feel like unmatching the person is not enough, and want to block or report them for something, there are two ways to do so.

1. From the Message Feed

Step 1: Open Bumble and tap the message icon at the bottom right corner.

Step 2: Swipe from right to left and choose between Unmatch or Report.

Step 3: Select the reason to report. If you don’t have any, go with ‘I’m just not interested.’

Step 4: Tap Block once you report the user.

2. Block From Chat Screen

Step 1: Open Bumble and tap the message icon at the bottom.

Step 2: Choose the chat of the person you want to block.

Step 3: Tap the three dots at the top right corner.

Step 4: Choose ‘Block and Report’ > select the reason.

Tip: If you are not interested, you can choose Unmatch.

Step 4: Choose Block to confirm.

3. From the User Profile

Step 1: Open Bumble and tap the message icon > choose the chat you want to block.

Step 2: Scroll down and tap ‘Unmatch and report.’

Step 3: Choose the reason to report.

Step 4: Select Block to confirm.

What Happens When You Block a User on Bumble

When you block a user on Bumble, their profile will still be visible to other users and even usually work unless the profile is reported by multiple users, upon which Bumble will check to see if there’s any issue. If found, Bumble will ban them from the platform.

They will only know you have unmatched them when you block or report them. If you block a user because of issues, we suggest you use the report feature while blocking them on Bumble. This will help make the platform safer.

Alternatives to Blocking on Bumble

If you feel blocking someone on Bumble is an extreme step, there are multiple alternatives to hide your Bumble profile from specific people. Let’s jump to those methods.

1. Set Preferences to Avoid Someone on Bumble

To only meet people that match your taste, you can also customize the preferences option in Bumble. Here’s how you can do it:

Step 1: Open Bumble > tap the preferences button at the top right corner.

Step 2: Choose between the filters.

2. Enable Incognito Mode on Bumble

Apart from that, you can also enable incognito mode on Bumble, making your profile visible only to the people you swipe.

Note: Incognito mode is a premium feature. Hence, you can use the feature only if you are subscribed to Bumble Premium.

Step 1: Open Bumble > tap profile and tap the gear icon at the top right corner.

Step 2: Toggle on Incognito mode

Step 3: Tap ‘Turn on Incognito mode.’

FAQs About Blocking Someone on Bumble

Meet Your Bae Without Distractions

No platform wants its users to face issues from bullies or anyone making them uncomfortable. Hence, if you are facing problems from someone on Bumble, our guide should help you block or report them.