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Manage Blocked Numbers on iPhone: How It Works
By Muhammad Shahid ยท ยท 3 min read
Quick answer
Review and edit everyone you have blocked. iOS keeps one shared block list used by Phone, FaceTime, Messages and Mail. Blocked numbers cannot ring you, and their messages are not delivered. Blocking happens entirely on your iPhone โ the caller is not told.
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|---|---|
| Published for | any iPhone |
| Type | iOS setting |
Review and edit everyone you have blocked. This page explains what it does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.
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What is Manage Blocked Numbers?
iOS keeps one shared block list used by Phone, FaceTime, Messages and Mail. Blocked numbers cannot ring you, and their messages are not delivered.
Blocking happens entirely on your iPhone โ the caller is not told.
How do I do it?
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap Apps, then Phone (or tap Phone directly on earlier versions of iOS).
- Tap Blocked Contacts.
- Tap Add New to block a number, or swipe left on an entry to unblock it.
Which carriers does this apply to?
| Published for | any iPhone |
|---|---|
| Type | iOS setting |
| Good to know | Built into iOS. Works on every carrier. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Manage Blocked Numbers on iPhone?
Review and edit everyone you have blocked. iOS keeps one shared block list used by Phone, FaceTime, Messages and Mail. Blocked numbers cannot ring you, and their messages are not delivered. Blocking happens entirely on your iPhone โ the caller is not told.
What are the steps for Manage Blocked Numbers?
1. Open the Settings app. 2. Tap Apps, then Phone (or tap Phone directly on earlier versions of iOS). 3. Tap Blocked Contacts. 4. Tap Add New to block a number, or swipe left on an entry to unblock it.
Where do I find Manage Blocked Numbers?
In the Settings app on your iPhone.
Is there a dial code for Manage Blocked Numbers?
No. On iPhone this is not a dial code, so you use the steps on this page instead.
Which carriers does Manage Blocked Numbers work on?
It is published for any iPhone. Built into iOS. Works on every carrier.
Does Manage Blocked Numbers work on Android phones too?
These steps are for iPhone. Android phones have their own menus.
Will Manage Blocked Numbers work outside the US?
The iPhone steps stay the same, although some features depend on your carrier and region.
What if Manage Blocked Numbers does not work on my iPhone?
Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.
What is related to Manage Blocked Numbers?
Silence Unknown Callers. Send calls from numbers you don't know straight to voicemail.
What else is in this category?
Call Blocking & Identification. Control which apps can label or block incoming calls.
Can I find Manage Blocked Numbers in an app?
Yes. Secret Codes, a free iPhone app, includes it with its steps and carrier details.
Can I save Manage Blocked Numbers for later?
Yes. In Secret Codes you can save it to your favourites and add a private note, which stays on your iPhone.
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