To block someone on Venmo, open the app, go to their profile, tap the three dots in the top right corner, and select "Block." This action immediately stops them from sending you payments, viewing your future transactions, or interacting with your profile, making it the fastest way to cut off unwanted contact on the platform.
Why block someone on Venmo?
Blocking another user is a direct response to several common problems. You might block someone to stop unwanted transactions, such as repeated payment requests from a stranger or a former friend. Personal conflicts after a falling out are another reason, as blocking removes the ability for that person to interact with you on the app. Privacy concerns also justify a block; because Venmo displays transactions in a social feed by default, blocking someone prevents them from seeing your future payments. Harassment or unwanted attention, including inappropriate comments or messages, is a clear reason to use the block feature. Finally, if you suspect suspicious activity or believe you have been the victim of a scam, blocking the user is recommended to protect your account, but if a legitimate payment keeps failing, you might wonder won't Venmo let me pay someone for other reasons.
How to block someone on Venmo in 5 steps
- Open the Venmo app on your mobile device and log into your account.
- Use the search bar at the top of the screen to find the person you want to block by entering their name or Venmo handle.
- Tap on the person's name or profile picture to access their profile page.
- On their profile page, tap the three dots located in the top right corner of the screen. From the menu that appears, tap "Block."
- A confirmation message will appear. Tap "Block" again to confirm the action.
What happens after you block someone
Once you block a user, several immediate restrictions apply. The blocked user cannot send payments or requests to you. They cannot view or comment on your future payments. They will not be able to find you through Venmo's search function. They also cannot interact with your profile in any way. The blocked person is not notified that you have blocked them. To make sure the block is fully applied, log out of the Venmo app and then log back in.
How to unblock someone on Venmo
If you change your mind, you can reverse a block at any time. Open the Venmo app and go to the "Settings" menu. Navigate to the "Privacy" section and select "Blocked Users." You will see a list of everyone you have blocked. Tap on the name of the person you want to unblock, then select the option to unblock them. Confirm the action to restore their ability to see your profile, send payments, and request money.
FAQs about blocking on Venmo
Is the blocked person notified?
No, the person you block does not receive any notification. They will only realize they have been blocked if they try to interact with your profile and find they cannot.
Can the blocked person see past transactions?
Blocking someone does not remove past transactions. The blocked person may still be able to see transactions that occurred before the block, depending on your privacy settings at the time those transactions were made.
Can you block someone you haven't transacted with?
Yes, you can block any Venmo user, even if you have never sent or received money from them. You can find them by searching for their name or username.
Can a blocked person still search for you?
A blocked user can still type your name into the search bar, but they will not be able to access your profile or interact with you.
Can you still see the transactions of someone you blocked?
After blocking someone, their transactions will no longer appear in your Venmo feed.
If you have not yet created an account, you will need to set up Venmo before you can block any users.
