Are you trying to text your friend on Messenger only to receive a "This person is unavailable" error in return? This can be a bit confusing, especially since Facebook Messenger doesn't provide any details about the possible factors causing this error. We've narrowed down a few reasons why you might be getting the "Your friend is unavailable" status on Facebook Messenger.
Although there's no specific cause, the "This person is unavailable" alert is definitely not a Messenger error. Let's take a closer look at the very possible causes of this error.
Before you start with the solutions, make sure that the Messenger app on your phone is updated.
1. You are blocked by the person
The other person may have blocked you after the fallout. If this happens, you won't be able to check the person's profile, posts, or even reach them on Messenger. When you try to open the current chat thread in the Messenger app, you'll receive the message "This person is unavailable."
Messenger protects user privacy and security. When someone blocks you If you don't, you won't receive a message about this action. Instead, you'll find evidence of the block everywhere. For example, you won't be able to check your friends' stories or profile photos, send messages to the contact, or view recent posts.
2. You have blocked the person.
Did you block someone a long time ago and completely forget about it? You may need to revisit your Facebook blocked list and unblock the person before trying to message them on Messenger. Here's how to unblock someone on Messenger.
Step 1: Open Messenger On Android or iPhone
Step 2: Click on profile picture in the upper left corner.
Step 3: go to the Privacy List.
Step 4: Locate Banned accounts.
Step 5: Locate Contact that you want to unblock.
Step 6: Click on Unlock on Facebook Check out the consequences of doing so from the same list.
After unblocking a particular contact, try sending a text message on Messenger to that contact and you will not notice the “This person is unavailable” alert.
3. The person has deactivated the account.
The user may have deactivated their Facebook account to take a break. When you try to message someone with an inactive account, you'll see a message. “This person is unavailable”You have no choice but to reach them via calls or direct messages (DMs) from other social media apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Snapchat.
4. Facebook suspended the account.
If your friend has been engaging in suspicious activities on Facebook, the company may have suspended their account. They may be sending spam with endless comments, or sharing inappropriate content across social media channels. Someone may have reported them to Facebook, and after some investigation, Facebook may suspend their account.
Just like other social media platforms, Facebook also has strong terms and conditions and guidelines. If you violate them, you could be banned from the platform.
When others try to reach the user on Messenger, they will notice a message. “This person is unavailable” In the chat thread.
5. The person deleted the account.
Facebook allows users to permanently delete their accounts. If someone is fed an irrelevant Facebook timeline filled with ads and unnecessary content, they may have gone ahead and deleted their account.
The person is officially unavailable from the platform, and you cannot reach them on Messenger.
6. Force stop Messenger
Your contact may have unblocked you and you still can't message them on Messenger. The change doesn't appear to be reflected in the mobile app. You can force close Messenger and try again.
On iPhone, go to the recent apps list (swipe up and hold) and close Messenger completely. Open it again and try sending a message.
Android users need to follow the steps below to restart the app.
Step 1: Look for Messenger app icon From the app drawer or home screen.
Step 2: Long press Application icon and open Application Information List.
Step 3: Click on Force stop And you are fine.
Understanding Facebook Guidelines
The "This person is unavailable" message on Messenger can be terrifying if it's the only way you can contact someone. Keep the above points in mind and don't get confused when your friend is unavailable on Facebook.
