If you blocked someone from commenting on your personal account or via your Google account:
If the block was at the Google account level (affecting multiple Google services), visit contacts.google.com or Google account settings to remove them from blocked lists.
If you are currently stuck, here is the exact method to unblock a user: how to unblock users on youtube
On Mobile (App):
On Desktop (Web):
A tech educator blocked a repeatedly insulting commenter. After six months and a mediated apology, the educator unblocked the user but set comments to hold for review. The user’s first three comments were respectful; the educator then restored normal commenting. Result: productive Q&A resumed and community members praised transparent handling.
| Platform | Where to unblock | Key step | |---|---:|---| | Desktop web | YouTube Studio → Settings → Community → Hidden users | Remove username/channel | | YouTube app | YouTube Studio app → Settings → Community → Blocked/Hidden users | Remove entry | | Channel page | User’s About tab or three-dot menu | Select “Unblock user” (if present) | If you blocked someone from commenting on your
If you want, I can provide exact click-by-click screenshots or a short script you can paste into a browser’s console to list hidden users (advanced).
If after following these steps you're still encountering issues, consider reaching out to YouTube's support team for personalized assistance. They can provide guidance tailored to your specific situation and account status. If the block was at the Google account