X will now allow your posts to be visible to users you’ve blocked. On Monday, X owner Elon Musk clarified in a reply that the “block function will block that account from engaging with you, but not from seeing public posts.”
Currently, when someone tries to view the profile of a person who has blocked them, X displays a “You’re blocked” message. This not only hides all posts but also restricts access to replies, media, followers, and the following list.
A source at X told that the platform is implementing this change because people can still view posts from those who have blocked them by using another account or while logged out.
However, several Verge staff members, including the author, have noticed that X actually prevents viewing a blocked user’s profile when logged out.
Musk has previously expressed his disapproval of the block feature. Last year, he argued that the block button “makes no sense” and suggested replacing it with a “stronger form of mute.” He even hinted at the possibility of removing the block function entirely, except for direct messages.
While X’s block feature will still stop blocked users from interacting with posts, they will now be able to see them. This change could make it easier for malicious users to continue harassing individuals they have been blocked by.
