Whether it’s because of spam emails, annoying promotional messages, or something else entirely, there may be times when you want to completely block a contact or number on your iPhone and have peace of mind. Fortunately, there are several ways to do this without having to jump through hoops. So, whatever reason you are looking to block someone, here is how to block a number on iPhone.
Quick Ways to Block a Number on iOS (2022)
Whether you want to block someone from calling or texting you, or want to block contacts on messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, we’ve got you covered. We will discuss the steps to easily block numbers on your iPhone in the Phone app, as well as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, etc. We will also see how you can tell if someone else has blocked you.
As always, you can use the table of contents below to navigate this article.
Block a number on iPhone
Block a Number from Recent Calls on iPhone
If you recently received a call from a number and want to block it, here’s how you can do that right from your iPhone’s Recent Calls screen.
1. Open the Phone app on your iPhone, then make sure that the “recent” the tab is selected.
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2. Now, find phone number you want to block, then tap the “i” information button nearby.
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3. After that press Block this caller and confirm.
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To note:
- You can also block a contact using the Contacts tab in the Phone app. To do this, press the Contacts tab -> an individual contact -> Block this caller -> Block contact.
That’s it! From now on, you will no longer receive phone calls, messages or FaceTime calls from the number or contact you have blocked.
Block a Number Using Messages App on iPhone
On the other hand, if you receive a lot of spam from a contact or number, you can also block them easily right from the Messages app. Here’s how to block a number on the iPhone messaging app.
1. Run it Messaging app on your iOS device. Then head to the person/thread you want to block.
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2. Now, tap the person’s name at the top, then press the “Info” button.
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3. Next, press the Block this caller options at the bottom. Be sure to confirm by pressing Block Contacts in the context menu.
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Quickly Block Numbers Using Settings App on iPhone
Although this situation does not happen for most people, if unfortunately you are in a situation where you want to block many contacts on your iPhone, I recommend that you do it through the Settings app on your iPhone. Here’s how.
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone. After that press Call. Alternatively, you can also go to the Settings app -> Messages/FaceTime/Mail.
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2. Now press Blocked Contacts.
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3. Then press Add new then choose the contact you want to block from the address book. That’s it! They will be instantly added to your blocked contacts list. To block more contacts, repeat this same quick step.
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Although it would be easier to use this method if Apple allowed us to block numbers in bulk, it is still faster to block multiple phone numbers on iOS using this method compared to other methods in this article.
iOS provides a detailed list of blocked numbers and also allows you to manage the list with the necessary flexibility. Therefore, you can keep track of blocked contacts and choose to unblock people.
1. To get started, run the Settings app on your iOS device and choose Call.
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2. Scroll down a bit and select the Blocked Contacts option. Then press Modifier in the upper right corner of the screen.
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3. Then press the red “-“ button to the left of the contact you want to unblock, then tap the Unlock button. At the end, be sure to type Fact in the upper right corner of the screen to finish.
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Block Contacts in WhatsApp on iPhone
If you want to avoid receiving messages from annoying people on WhatsApp, here is how to block a number on WhatsApp for iOS.
1. First, open Whatsapp on your iPhone. After that navigate to the contact you want to block and press it.
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2. Press the name of the person top center. Next, scroll down and tap Block Contacts. Don’t forget to type Bloc in the pop-up window to confirm.
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Block Contacts in Signal on iPhone
You can also block contacts on Signal quite easily, here’s what you need to do.
1. Open the Application Signal on your iOS device and tap the contact In the question.
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2. Press your friend’s name at the top. After that press Block a user and confirm.
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Signal comes with a ton of handy features to enhance your messaging experience. To get the most out of this app, head over to our comprehensive roundup of the best Signal tips and tricks.
Block Contacts in Telegram on iPhone
Telegram app supports number blocking on iPhone, but it is not as noticeable as on other apps. Here’s how to block a contact on Telegram.
1. To get started, run the Telegram app on your iPhone. Then head to the contact you want to put on the block list and press it.
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2. Press the name of the person at the top of the screen. Now press the “more” button (three dots icon).
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3. Then choose Block a user in the context menu. When prompted to confirm the action, tap Block “Name” in the menu.
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When someone doesn’t answer your repeated calls or messages, it’s easy to wonder if they’ve blocked you for good. Although there is no definitive way, there are effective workarounds that can help you determine if someone has blocked you on iPhone. To solve the mystery, consult our detailed guide.
Easily Block Numbers on iPhone and Avoid Unwanted Calls and Messages
This is how you can easily block numbers and manage them on your iOS device. While I’m fine with the native blocking feature, I wish Apple added the ability to automatically block bot callers and telemarketers right in the Phone app. Yes, I am waiting for a built-in Truecaller alternative for iOS. This would go a long way in keeping spam calls at bay. What do you think about it? Share your thoughts and what kind of improvements you’d like to see in the Phone app on iOS.
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