How do you unblock a contact on iphone

Blocking numbers on iPhone allows you to restrict the number from contacting you through calls, messages, and facetime.

But this might not always be the intent. Sometimes you may block the number of the person closest to you just because you two had an argument, or you may have accidentally blocked a number you weren’t supposed to.

As easy as it is to block a number on an iPhone, it’s similarly easy to unblock it too.

If you also want to know how to unblock numbers on iPhone, this article will guide you through the steps.

How to Unblock Numbers on iPhone

There are different ways to unblock a number on the iPhone. However, the results are the same.

Go through the various methods explained below to unblock numbers on iPhone:

From Recent Calls

If you recently called the number you want to unblock, or the number is not saved in your contact list, then you can do so from the Recent calls log.

To unblock numbers on iPhone via the recent call list, go through the steps listed below:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Switch to Recents panel.
3. Locate the number you want to unblock and click on the blue info icon.
   
4. On the bottom, tap Unblock this Caller.
   

From Contacts

If the number is not on your recent list and is saved in your contact list, you can unblock it from the contacts.

To unblock numbers on iPhone from contacts, follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Open the Contacts app or switch to the Contacts panel on the Phone App.
2. Search for the number you want to unblock and open it.
3. On the bottom, tap Unblock this Caller.

From the iPhone Settings

If you are looking to unblock multiple numbers at once, you should do it from the Settings. This method is relatively easier than the other two.

To unblock numbers on iPhone from the device Settings, go through the steps mentioned below:

1. Open the Settings App
2. Scroll down to locate the Phone settings and open it
   
3. Select Blocked Contacts
   
4. On the top right corner, tap on Edit
   
5. Press the red minus icon and tap on Unblock
   

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Why Am I Receiving Voicemails From a Blocked Number on My iPhone?

As discussed in the beginning, blocking a number blocks the user from contacting you via calls, messages, and facetime. However, the user can still send you voicemail messages.

When a blocked number tries to call you, the phone will automatically route the call toward voicemail. Although you won’t be alerted about the new voicemail message, you will find it if you check your voicemail inbox.

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How to block a number on iPhone

On an iPhone, there are multiple methods for blocking a number, but here are the fastest ways.

Block a phone number in the Phone app

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Tap on the Recents tab.
3. When you see the number you want to block, tap the "i" on the side of the screen.
4. On the next screen, you’ll see the option to Block this Caller. Select it.

Block a phone number in the Messages app

1. Open the Messages app.
2. Tap the sender's information at the top of the chat.
3. Then tap on Info.
4. At the bottom of the screen, you'll see the option to Block this Caller in red. Select it.

What happens when you block a number on your iPhone?

When you block a phone number on your iPhone, you'll no longer receive calls, texts, or FaceTime requests from the blocked number. 

Here are the key changes:

• Blocked calls will go straight to voicemail.  That does provide the blocked caller with a clue that they've been blocked.
• Blocked callers can leave voicemails. But those will appear in a "blocked messages" section separate from your normal visual voicemail list.
• You will never receive blocked texts. But, for the sender, they will still appear to go through as normal. 

How to unblock a number on iPhone

Change your mind? No worries. It's easy to unblock a phone number you've previously blocked.

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Then tap on Phone.
3. Select Blocked Contacts.
4. On the next screen, you'll see a list of phone numbers you've blocked.
5. To unblock a number:
   • Tap the Edit option and then the red - symbol next to the number you want to unblock.
   • Or you can swipe left across any number to unblock it.

Want to know more?

Apple has a support page with more details about how to block and unblock a phone number on iPhone.

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