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What to do if…
someone you blocked creates new accounts to keep contacting you

Short answer

Do not engage. Save the evidence, lock down your privacy so they can’t keep reaching you, and escalate to police if there are threats, you fear for your safety, or the pattern is continuing.

Do not do these things

  • Do not reply, argue, or “explain” your boundary — even one response can reinforce the behavior.
  • Do not move the conversation to another app, email, or phone number to “contain it”.
  • Do not post about them publicly or try to shame them online (it can escalate).
  • Do not delete the messages/accounts before you’ve saved proof.
  • Do not assume “it’s only online” means it can’t be dangerous — treat threats and fixation seriously.
  • Do not share a new handle/number widely until you’ve tightened privacy (it can leak back to them).

What to do now

  1. Check immediate safety first. If you’ve received a credible threat, you think they may show up, or you feel in immediate danger, call 911.
  2. Preserve evidence (fast, then step away).
    • Save the messages and the profile page (username/handle, dates/times, and any threats).
    • Caution: some apps notify the other person if you screenshot certain content. If you’re not sure, consider photographing the screen with another device, or using the platform’s export/download tools.
    • Save URLs/links to posts, messages, and profiles where possible.
    • Start a simple incident log: date/time, platform, account name, what happened, any fear/impact.
    • Store copies somewhere they cannot access (a separate cloud folder/account, an external drive, or with a trusted person). If you suspect your device/account is monitored, do this from a safer device.
  3. Harden your accounts so “new accounts” can’t reach you.
    • Make profiles private; remove unknown followers/friends.
    • Limit who can message/comment/tag you (for example, “friends only”).
    • Turn off “find me by phone/email,” contact syncing, and public visibility of your friend/follower lists if available.
    • Disable location sharing and avoid posting real-time locations.
    • Turn on two-factor authentication and change passwords (especially if you reused them anywhere).
    • Review account recovery options (backup email/phone, recovery codes) so you don’t get locked out during changes.
  4. Report every new account as harassment/stalking and block-evasion.
    • Use the platform’s reporting tools and note that you blocked them and they returned via new accounts.
    • If they’re impersonating you, report impersonation too.
    • Keep screenshots/photos of submitted reports and any platform responses.
  5. Reduce the ways they can get through (without “blowing up your life”).
    • Silence unknown callers/messages and filter message requests where possible.
    • Consider using a separate email address for non-essential sign-ups and public-facing accounts.
  6. Tell one person and set a simple support plan.
    • Share what’s happening and ask them not to engage with the person on your behalf.
    • If you’re worried about escalation, agree on a check-in or code phrase (“If I text X, please call me / come get me”).
  7. If it continues, escalates, or you feel afraid: involve local systems.
    • Contact your local police department (non-emergency line or in-person) to report the ongoing harassment/stalking pattern and provide your log/screenshots.
    • Ask how to document future incidents so it’s usable if you need further action.
    • Ask about civil protection options in your area (often called a restraining order or protective order; names and requirements vary by state/county). If you’re unsure where to start, a local victim advocate or court self-help office can often explain options.
  8. Get confidential, practical support now (no commitment required).
    • Consider contacting VictimConnect for confidential help understanding options and finding local victim services.
    • If this involves an ex/partner or feels connected to relationship abuse, the National Domestic Violence Hotline has stalking safety planning resources.

What can wait

  • Deciding whether to change your number, delete accounts, or rename everything.
  • Drafting a perfect timeline — a basic log with saved messages is enough for now.
  • Deciding whether to pursue a protective order (you can gather info first).
  • Public posts or mass announcements — keep your circle small and controlled until you feel steadier.

Important reassurance

Repeated contact after you’ve blocked someone is not “drama” — it’s a boundary being ignored, and it can be scary. You’re allowed to prioritize safety, reduce access to you, and get help without having to prove you “deserve” it.

Scope note

These are first steps to reduce contact routes, capture evidence, and stabilize. If the behavior persists, you may want local victim services and guidance specific to your state/county.

Important note

This is general information, not legal advice. If you’re in immediate danger, call 911. If you suspect the person may have access to your accounts or devices, prioritize password changes and two-factor authentication from a safer device, and consider getting help from a trusted person or victim service provider.

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