How do I block or unblock a user in Canvas Student ePortfolios?

If you no longer want to interact with or message a user, or you don't want them to be able to interact with or message you, you can block the user. You do not have to be connected with a user to block them.

You can unblock a user by viewing their profile page or by viewing blocked accounts in your user settings.

Note: A user will not receive a notification when you block or unblock them.

Open User Profile

Open the profile of the user you want to block.

Block User

Block User

Click the Options icon [1] and click the Block [name] link [2].

Confirm Block User

Confirm Block User

Confirm you want to block the user by clicking the Yes, Block link.

View Blocked Profile

View Blocked Confirmation

After you have successfully blocked the user, you will see a confirmation message with the date you blocked the user [1]. You will also view this message if you later return to view the user's profile.

To unblock the user, click the Unblock Profile button [2].

Confirm Unblock

Confirm Unblock

Confirm you want to unblock the user by clicking the Yes, Unblock button. After you unblock the user you will be able to view their profile and interact as normal.