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[[File:MediaWiki's Special-Block interface, taken February 21, 2019.png|thumb|500px|A screenshot of the [[Special:Block|blocking form]], 2019]]

Blocks exist to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Appropriate use of a block can help prevent imminent problematic conduct and disruption to Wikipedia.

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{{main|WP:INVOLVED}}

Do not block someone where you have, or may seem to have, a conflict of interest with regardsregard to the editor in question or the topic in dispute – known as being "involved". This is generally construed very broadly by the community, to include current or past conflicts with an editor (or editors) and disputes on topics, regardless of the nature, age, or outcome of the dispute. However, issuing warnings, calm and reasonable discussion and explanation of those warnings, advice about communal norms, and suggestions on possible wordings and approaches, do not make an administrator 'involved'.

In cases which are straightforward, (e.g. [[WP:VAND|blatant vandalism]]), the community has historically endorsed the obvious action of any administrator – even if involved – on the basis that any reasonable administrator would have probably come to the same conclusion. When in doubt, however, raise the matter at the relevant [[WP:NOTICEBOARDS|noticeboard]] and let other administrators take action, if appropriate.

Remember that even if you issue a block in a completely uninvolved, nonpartisannon-partisan manner and perfectly in-line with policy and past precedent, you are stopping another person from being able to contribute to the world's largest encyclopedia project, and they are unlikely to react to the block positively. '''If you have ''any'' doubts - don't block.'''

==[[Image:Admin mop.PNG|25px| ]]When to block==

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Blocking may be used in other situations (not just the above), where particular situations are addressed by more specific policies dealing with particular issues.

Blocks sometimes are used to allow discussions (such as AfD discussions) to proceed without interruption. The block length usually is usually based on how long you think the block needs to be in place to protect the encyclopedia. '''31 hours''' is the standard duration for most blocks. Edit warring blocks (including [[WP:3RR]]) are usually 24 hours (some administrators prefer 31 hours). Registered sockpuppet accounts receive indefinite blocks, however, IP sockpuppet accounts only receive temporary blocks. Discussion blocks might last long enough to conclude the discussion. If you use [[WP:TW|Twinkle]] to block, it will automatically supply the standard durations based on the preset chosen.

Blocks are most often used after a user continues to vandalize despite repeated warnings. Such blocks generally are imposed when a user continues to vandalize after a final warning (corresponding to a level 4 warning template) but this is a guideline, not a hard and fast rule. Template warnings are often used but are not required. [[Wikipedia:Single-purpose account|Single purpose accounts]] or vandalism-only accounts may warrant blocking with fewer warnings. In cases of gross or extreme vandalism a warning is not needed at all, such as in the case of promotion of hate and racism, or uploading [[shock site|shock images]]. Some users will deserve only one warning, others more warnings. Decide on the severity of the behavior and the likelihood of salvaging a good user. No hard and fast rule will do; use your good judgment.

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* The blocked user writing an appropriate [[WP:GAB|unblock request]]

* The block has been discussed on the [[WP:AN|Administrators' noticeboard]] or the [[WP:ANI|Administrators' noticeboard for incidents]] and you believe there is a consensus to unblock

* The user wantshas to takecompleted the [[WP:OFFER|standard offer]]

Administrators should not normally unblock users blocked in good faith by another administrator. If you plan on undoing another admin's block, ask them to consider unblocking ''first''. The blocking administrator may have further information and history (ege.g.,: action taken at [[WP:ANI]] or [[WP:AE]]) that is not immediately visible on an unblock request. If that is not possible (ege.g.,: if the blocking admin has since retired) and there is good reason to unblock, notify the original blocking admin and consider posting a note at [[WP:AN]] to let other administrators review your intended actions. This will prevent [[WP:WHEEL|wheel warring]] which would otherwise escalate into a dispute.

If you think the blocking administrator has a [[WP:INVOLVED|conflict of interest]], you should still [[WP:AGF|assume good faith]] that the block is correct, and discuss it at [[WP:AN]].

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#Directly under the title you should see "{{mono|talk{{!}}block{{!}}block log{{!}}uploads}}" among other links – click on '''''block'''''. This will bring you to ThisIsaTest's blocking form. (see diagram on the right)

#Scroll to the bottom of the blocking form page, you will see the blocking form that is to be filled in. The username of the user to be blocked should already be there.

#Click on the '''Expiry:''' drop down menu – as ThisIsaTest is a vandalism-only account, select '''indefinite'''. ( {{red|'''''A'''''}}</font> )

#*directly underneath this drop down menu ( {{red|'''''B'''''}} ), you can specify your own length of block. You can type in just about anything here e.g. 1 week, 2 months, 71 hours etc., or enter a specific end date (useful if modifying an existing block) – use either the drop down menu, or type your own length in, '''not both.'''

#Click on the '''Reason:''' drop down menu ( {{red|'''''C'''''}} ) – select '''Vandalism only account''' (you may use the other reasons in different situations as well as enter a custom reason in the '''''D''''' field).

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[[User:192.0.2.16]] has been causing massive disruption today and has received warnings from {{tl|uw-vandalism1}} to {{tl|uw-vandalism4}}, yet she still continues her rampage. The IP needs to be blocked to stop any further disruption.

#Click on 192.0.2.16's [[Special:Contributions/192.0.2.16|contributions]].

#Directly underneath the title you should see "{{mono|talk{{!}}block{{!}}block log{{!}}uploads}}" among other links – click on '''''block'''''. This will bring you to 192.0.2.16's blocking form. [[Image:SensitiveIP-NAS.PNG|right|thumb|400px |If you block ''any'' IP in the ranges listed under "[[Template:Sensitive IP addresses|Sensitive IP addresses]]", you ''must'' notify the [[m:Communications_committee|Wikimedia Foundation Communications Committee]] immediately (see contact instructions there or use the [[m:Communications_committee/Notifications|notifications page]]).]]

#Scroll to the bottom of the page, you will see the blocking form that is to be filled in. The IP of the user to be blocked should already be there.

#Click on the '''Expiry:''' drop down menu – as 192.0.2.16 has received no previous blocks, select a short amount of time: '''31 hours'''.

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{{hatnote|{{red|'''Do NOT test this feature'''}}. The information below is purely for reference. More information at [[WP:RANGE]]}}

{{See also|User:Jasper Deng/IPv6|User:TonyBallioni/Just block the /64|meta:Help:Range blocks/IPv6}}

<!-- You can block [[Special:Contributions/192.0.2.0/24]] as a test as it is reserved in documentation. -->

Sometimes disruption persists from a small range of IPs, where blocking each individually is ineffective. In such cases it may be feasible to perform a [[mw:Help:Range blocks|range block]]. This however should be '''avoided if at all possible''', as it '''will''' cause collateral damage. It is suggested you discuss range blocks before making them, and if you aren't familiar with the [[Internet protocol suite]] and [[Classless Inter-Domain Routing|CIDR]] ranges, you shouldn't be making them.

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*[[Wikipedia:Autoblock]]

*[[mw:Help:Blocking users]]

* {{myprefs|Gadgets|there is a option that strike out usernames that have been blocked}}

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