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There are many reasons you might want to block a number on your iPhone from texting. Maybe you’re getting spam texts from a particular number, or maybe you’re just tired of receiving texts from someone who constantly sends you unwanted messages. Whatever the reason, blocking a number on your iPhone is easy to do and only takes a few seconds.
There are a few ways to block a number on your iPhone so that the person cannot contact you through phone calls, text messages, or FaceTime. In this article, we’ll show you how to block a number on your iPhone so that you can enjoy some peace and quiet.
What happens when you block a number on iPhone and they text you?
When you block a number on iPhone, any calls or texts from that number will go straight to your voicemail. The person will also not be able to see your online status in iMessage. However, they will still be able to see any messages you’ve sent them in the past — unless you delete those as well.
How do I block a number from texting or calling my iPhone?
First, open the Settings app on your iPhone and scroll down to the Phone tab. Next, tap on the Blocked Contacts option. From here, you can either add a new contact to your block list by tapping on the Add New button in the top-right corner, or tapping on an existing contact from your list of contacts.
If you want to add a new contact to your block list, simply select their name from your Contacts list and tap the Block Contact button in the top-right corner. Confirm that you want to block the contact by tapping Block Contact again.
You can alsoblock numbers that have recently called you by tapping on the Recents tab at the bottom of your screen and selecting the info icon next to the number or contact that you want to block. Tap Block Contact in the pop-up menu and confirm that you want to block them.
Once a number is blocked, they will no longer be able to call you, send you text messages, or FaceTime you. If they try to call, they will hear a recording saying that their call cannot be completed as dialed.
How to unblock a number on your iPhone？
If you want to unblock a number on your iPhone, there are a few different ways that you can do it. One way is to go into your Settings app and scroll down to the Phone section. Tap on the Phone tab and then scroll down to the Blocked Contacts section. Here, you will see a list of all the numbers that you have blocked. To unblock a number, simply tap on the "X" next to it and confirm that you want to unblock it.
Another way to unblock a number on your iPhone is through the Messages app. Go into your Messages app and open up the conversation with the person whose number you want to unblock. Tap on their contact information at the top of the conversation and then scroll down to the bottom of their contact card. Here, you will see an option that says "Block this Caller." If this option is turned off, then their number is not currently blocked and you don’t need to do anything further. However, if this option is turned on, simply tap it so that it turns off and then confirm that you want to unblock them.
There are also a few third-party apps that can help you manage your blocked contacts list more easily such as BlockerX or Call Bliss. These apps can be helpful if you have a lot of numbers blocked or if you want more granular control over who can call or text you.
No matter which method you use, unblocking a number on your iPhone is quick and easy!
Why can blocked numbers still text me?
When a phone number is blocked by someone, it means that the person will not receive any calls or texts from that number. However, some people may still be able to text you if they are using a different texting service or app. This is because the blocking feature only works with calls and texts made through the native phone app.
Another possibility is that the person who you’ve blocked is using a text-free app like TextNow or Google Voice. With these apps, users can send texts and place calls without using their real phone number. So even if you’ve blocked a phone number, they may still be able to reach out via one of these apps.
If someone who you’ve blocked is still managing to contact you, it can be frustrating and even scary. If this is happening to you, it’s important to reach out to your wireless carrier or local law enforcement for help.
How to manage blocked numbers on iPhone？
There are a few ways to manage blocked numbers on your iPhone. One way is to do it directly through the Settings app. Tap the Settings icon, then scroll down and tap Phone. Next, tap Blocked Contacts (you may need to enter your passcode first). Here you can add or remove any contacts that you’ve previously blocked.
Another way to manage your blocked numbers is through the Phone app itself. Tap the Phone icon, then locate and tap the contact that you want to block (or unblock). Tap the "i" icon next to their name, scroll down, and tap Block this Caller. Confirm by tapping Block Contact.
If you accidentally block someone or want to give them a second chance, you can always unblock them using either of these methods as well.