Block Someone on Pinterest on Android

This article teaches you how to block a Pinterest user when you're using an Android.

10 Second Summary

1. Open Pinterest.
2. Tap your profile.
3. Search for the person’s name.
4. Tap the person’s name.
5. Tap About.
6. Tap Report or block (name).
7. Tap Block (name).
8. Tap Block to confirm.

Steps

  1. Open Pinterest. The app has a red icon with a white “p.” If you don’t see it on your home screen, you will find it in the app drawer.
    • If you aren’t signed in to your Pinterest account, follow the on-screen instructions to sign in now.
  2. Tap the profile icon. It’s the gray silhouette of a person at the top-right corner of the screen.
  3. Type the person’s name into the search bar. It’s at the top of the screen. As you type, Pinterest will show you a list of people who match your search.
  4. Tap the person you want to block. This opens the person’s profile.
  5. Tap About. It’s in the menu near the top of the profile.
  6. Tap Report or block (name). A pop-up will appear.
  7. Tap Block (name). You’ll see another pop-up. This time, it reminds you that you won’t be able to follow, repin, or interact with this user on Pinterest.
  8. Tap Block to confirm. This person is now blocked.