Blocking Members on The Pattern Club

The Pattern Club allows you to manage your interactions with other members by providing options to block or report users. These features help maintain a safe and respectful community. Here’s how you can use these options as a member.

How to Block a Member

Block from a Member's Profile

1. Go to the profile of the member you want to block.
2. Click the Block button on their profile.
3. A popup will appear explaining what blocking means. Confirm your action.

Block from a Group Message

1. In a group message, click the three dots next to a message.
2. Select Block Member from the dropdown menu.
3. Confirm the action in the popup.

What Happens When You Block Someone?

• The blocked member will no longer be able to see your profile or contact you.
• Their profile will not appear in your search results or member directories.
• In group messages, their name will be replaced with "Blocked Member," and their messages will be hidden.

How to View Your Blocked Members List

1. Go to your account settings.
2. Select the "Blocked Members" option to view the list of people you’ve blocked.
3. From here, you can manage your blocked members by unblocking them if needed.

How to Report a Member

1. Go to the member's profile and click the Report Member button.
2. Select a reporting category (e.g., Spam, Harassment) in the popup.
3. Provide any additional details, then click Report.

What Happens After Reporting?

• The reported member will be flagged for review by the site administrators.
• Administrators will review the report and take action if necessary, such as issuing a warning, blocking, or suspending the member.

Ensuring Privacy and Safety

Blocking and reporting features ensure a safe and private experience for all members. Use these tools whenever necessary to manage your interactions and maintain a positive environment within The Pattern Club. If you have additional concerns, reach out to our support team.

Quick Guide

• To Block a Member:
  • From Profile: Go to their profile and click the Block button.
  • From Group Messages: Click the three dots next to their message and select Block Member.
• To View Blocked Members:
  • Go to account settings and access your blocked members list.
  • Manage your blocked members by unblocking if needed.
• To Report a Member:
  • Go to their profile and click Report Member.
  • Select a reporting category and provide additional details.
• Blocked members cannot see your profile or contact you.
• Reported members are flagged for review by site administrators.