How to Block a Number on iPhone: Easy Steps for Call Blocking on iOS

Receiving unwanted calls on your iPhone can be irritating. Fortunately, Apple has made the call blocking process easy with its built-in feature in iOS. Blocking a number on your iPhone can help you get rid of pesky callers without having to change your phone number. This guide will show you step-by-step how to block a phone number on iPhone and silence unknown callers, even if the caller has hidden their ID.

How to Block a Number on iPhone

Blocking a phone number on an iPhone is simple and can be done using two different methods.

1. Method 1: Blocking a contact from recent calls
1. Open the Phone app and tap on the Recent tab
2. Look for the unwanted number and tap on the “i” icon next to it
3. Scroll down and select “Block this Caller”
4. Confirm your decision to block the number
2. Method 2: Blocking a contact from settings
1. Open the Settings app and go to Phone
2. Select “Blocked Contacts” and tap on “Add New”
3. Browse through your contact list and select the number you want to block

Once you have blocked a number, you will not receive any calls, messages, or FaceTime calls from that number. The blocked number will also be stored in a separate folder in your voicemail.

How to Silence Unknown Callers on iPhone

The “Silence Unknown Callers” feature in iOS 13 can help you avoid unknown or spam callers. When this feature is turned on, any unknown call goes straight to your voicemail without ringing your phone.

1. Open the Settings app and select Phone
2. Toggle on “Silence Unknown Callers”

With this feature enabled, you can still receive calls from people in your contacts, recent calls, or from Siri suggestions.

How to Unblock a Number on iPhone

If you change your mind and want to unblock a number, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the Settings app and go to Phone
2. Select “Blocked Contacts” and tap on “Edit”
3. Select the number you want to unblock
4. Tap on “Unblock”

You can also unblock a number by selecting the “Unblock this Caller” option on the number in your recent calls.

What to Do When the Caller ID Is Hidden

If the caller has hidden their ID, you can use these options:

• Download a call blocking app
• Customize Do Not Disturb
• Subscribe to EnticeCall or other call-trapping services
• Contact your phone company and see what solutions they offer

Note that basic call blocking may not work, but there are options available to help you block hidden or unknown numbers.

FAQs

1. Can a Blocked Caller Leave a Voicemail?

Yes, a blocked caller can still leave a voicemail message. However, these messages will be stored in a separate folder in your voicemail.

2. How Many Numbers Can I Block on My iPhone?

There is no limit to the number of contacts you can block on your iPhone. You can block as many numbers as you want.