Stop Incoming Friend Requests in MTG Arena

This guide shows you how to stop incoming friend requests in MTG Arena, whether you want to block a specific player or disable the feature entirely. You’ll learn the exact menu paths and settings to control who can add you, and what to do if requests still get through.

What You’ll Need

• MTG Arena installed and logged in (PC or Mac)
• Your player name or the player name of the person you want to block
• Access to the in-game settings menu (gear icon)

Step-by-Step

Method 1: Block a Specific Player (after receiving a request)

1. Open MTG Arena and wait for the main menu to load.
2. Click the gear icon (Settings) in the top-right corner of the screen.
3. In the Settings menu, select the Social tab (it looks like a person icon).
4. Look for the Friend Requests section. You’ll see a list of pending requests with the sender’s player name.
5. Find the player you want to block. Next to their name, click the block icon (usually a circle with a slash or a person with a minus sign).
6. Confirm the block when prompted. The request will be removed, and that player will not be able to send you another request.

Method 2: Disable All Incoming Friend Requests

1. From the main menu, click the gear icon (Settings) in the top-right corner.
2. Go to the Social tab.
3. Scroll down to the Privacy section.
4. Look for a toggle or dropdown labeled Allow Friend Requests or Friend Requests From.
5. Set it to Off or No One (depending on your client version). This will stop all new incoming requests.
6. Close the settings menu. The change saves automatically.

Method 3: Block a Player Directly (without a pending request)

1. Go to the Friends list (the person icon in the top bar).
2. Click the Add Friend button (usually a plus sign).
3. Type the player’s name in the search field.
4. When the player appears, click on their name to open their profile.
5. Click the Block button (often a shield or a person with a slash).
6. Confirm. The player will be blocked, and they won’t be able to send you requests or messages.

Common Mistakes

• Blocking the wrong name: Player names in MTG Arena are case-sensitive and can include numbers and symbols. Double-check the exact spelling before blocking.
• Forgetting to save settings: In some older versions, you had to click a “Save” button after changing privacy settings. If you’re on an older client, look for a save prompt.
• Only ignoring the request: Ignoring a request just hides it; the player can still send another one later. You must block them to prevent future requests.
• Blocking instead of disabling: Blocking individual players is not the same as turning off all requests. If you want no requests at all, use the privacy toggle.

Tips

• If you’re receiving spam requests from random players, disable all incoming requests temporarily and only re-enable when you want to add new friends.
• You can also report players who send abusive or spam requests. Use the report option in the same Social menu.
• Blocked players will not know they’ve been blocked; they just won’t see you in their friend list.
• If you’re in a match and get a request, you can ignore it and block the player after the match from the Social tab.
• Remember that blocking is per-account, so if the same player creates a new account, they can send a request again.

Troubleshooting

Friend requests still appear after disabling them

• Make sure you’re on the latest version of MTG Arena. Update the client if needed.
• Check that the setting is actually set to “Off” or “No One” and not just “Friends of Friends.”
• Restart the client. Sometimes settings don’t apply until a full restart.
• If the issue persists, try toggling the setting to “On” then back to “Off” and save again.

Block button is grayed out or not working

• This can happen if the player is already on your friends list. Unfriend them first, then block.
• If the player is in a match, you may need to wait until the match ends.
• Try restarting the client and trying again.

Can’t find the Social tab in Settings

• In some versions, the Social settings are under the “General” tab instead. Look for a “Social” or “Privacy” submenu there.
• If you’re on mobile (iOS/Android), the layout may differ. Look for the gear icon, then a “Social” or “Friends” option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will blocking someone remove them from my friends list if they’re already a friend?

Yes, blocking a player will remove them from your friends list and prevent them from sending requests or messages.

Can I unblock someone later?

Yes. Go to the Social tab, find your blocked list (usually a “Blocked” section), and select “Unblock” next to the player’s name.

Does disabling friend requests affect my ability to send requests?

No, it only stops incoming requests. You can still send friend requests to others.

Will blocking someone prevent me from being matched against them in queue?

No, blocking only affects social interactions. You may still be matched with them in games.

Can I block a player from the match screen?

Not directly. You can mute them during the match, but to block, you need to go to the Social tab after the match and find their name in the recent players list (if available).

Why do I still see a friend request after blocking the player?

It’s possible the request was sent before you blocked them. Blocking removes the request, but if it was already accepted, you may need to unfriend them. Also, if they have multiple accounts, they can send from another one.

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