How to Block Unknown Callers on iPhone

Why should you block unknown callers on your iPhone?

Blocking unknown callers on your iPhone can be beneficial in several ways. Firstly, it can help you avoid unwanted calls from telemarketers, scammers, and other suspicious callers. These callers often use automated systems to make unsolicited calls to a large number of people, and blocking them can save you from the annoyance of receiving such calls.

Secondly, blocking unknown callers can also help protect your personal information and prevent fraud. Some scammers use phone calls to try and obtain sensitive information such as your social security number or credit card details. By blocking unknown callers, you reduce the risk of falling victim to such scams.

Lastly, blocking unknown callers can also help you maintain your privacy. Some people prefer to keep their phone numbers private and only share them with close friends and family. By blocking unknown callers, you can ensure that only people you know and trust can reach you on your iPhone.

How to block calls from unknown numbers on your iPhone?

To block calls from unknown numbers on your iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on “Phone.”
3. Tap on “Silence Unknown Callers.”
4. Toggle on the “Silence Unknown Callers” switch.

With this setting enabled, calls from numbers that are not saved in your contacts list will be silenced and sent directly to voicemail. You will not receive a notification for these calls, but they will appear in your Recent calls list.

Note that this feature is only available on iPhones running iOS 13 or later. If your iPhone is running an earlier version of iOS, you may need to manually block calls from unknown numbers using a third-party app or by adding the number to your Blocked list.

How to block calls from a specific number on your iPhone?

To block calls from a specific number on your iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on the “Recents” tab to see your recent calls list.
3. Find the number you want to block and tap on the “i” icon next to it.
4. Scroll down and tap on “Block this Caller.”
5. Confirm that you want to block the number by tapping on “Block Contact.”

Once you’ve blocked the number, calls and messages from that number will no longer be able to reach you on your iPhone. The blocked number will not receive any notification that they have been blocked, and they will not be able to leave a voicemail.

You can also add numbers to your Blocked list manually by going to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts and tapping on “Add New.”

How to view your blocked numbers list on your iPhone?

To view your blocked numbers list on your iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on “Phone.”
3. Tap on “Blocked Contacts.”

Here, you’ll see a list of all the numbers that you have blocked on your iPhone. You can tap on any of the numbers to view more information or to unblock the number.

Note that this list only includes numbers that you have manually added to your Blocked list. If you have enabled the “Silence Unknown Callers” feature, calls from unknown numbers will be silenced and sent directly to voicemail, but they will not appear in your Blocked list.

How to unblock a number on your iPhone?

To unblock a number on your iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on “Phone.”
3. Tap on “Blocked Contacts.”
4. Find the number that you want to unblock and swipe left on it.
5. Tap on “Unblock.”

Alternatively, you can also unblock a number from the Phone app:

1. Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on the “Contacts” tab.
3. Find the contact that you want to unblock and tap on it.
4. Scroll down and tap on “Unblock this Caller.”

Once you’ve unblocked the number, they will be able to call and message you again. Note that if you have previously blocked a number, you may need to add them back as a contact if you want to receive their calls and messages.