In this tutorial, you will learn how to:
• Access blocked numbers
• Block and unblock numbers
• Block unknown numbers
Access blocked numbers
From the Keypad tab in the
Block and unblock numbers
From the Block numbers screen, you can add or remove numbers from the block list. Select the desired option:
• BLOCK PHONE NUMBER: Enter the desired phone number, then select the Add icon.
• CONTACTS: Select Contacts, then
navigate to and select the desired contact. When finished, select Done.
• RECENT CALL: Select Recents, then select the desired number. When finished, select Done.
• UNBLOCK PHONE NUMBER: Select the Remove icon next to the desired number.
Block unknown numbers
From the Block numbers screen, select the Block unknown/private numbers switch.
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What to Know
This article explains how to unblock a phone number on an Android smartphone. Instructions apply to Android 6 and up.
Unblock a Phone Number on an Android
Here's how to unblock a number on an Android device and get those calls and text messages back:
Open the Phone app.
Tap the More icon, which looks like three vertical dots.
Tap Settings > Blocked Numbers.
Tap the X next to the contact you want to unblock.
Select Unblock.
FAQ
How do I unblock a number on an iPhone?
To unblock a phone number on an iPhone, tap Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts > swipe left on the contact > Unblock. To unblock numbers not in your contacts, tap Settings > Messages > Blocked Contacts > swipe left on the contact > Unblock.
Can I unblock my number from someone else's phone?
You must have physical access to a person's phone to unblock your number. So, if you don't have physical access to a phone, no, you can't unblock yourself from their phone.
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