How is a blocked number still texting me iPhone?


There are usually two reasons why you receive a text from a blocked number on your iPhone. Either you need to remember to force restart your device after blocking a number, or the contact you blocked has a secondary contact, that you also need to block.

Why am I still getting texts from a blocked number on my iPhone?

Make sure you've followed the steps in Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch – Apple Support to block the number on all devices you receive messages on. If the issue persists after that, please get in touch with Apple Support directly. You can do that here: Get Support.

How did I get a text from a blocked number iPhone?

“Can you view messages from a blocked contact on your iPhone?” Unfortunately, the answer is no. Blocking someone's phone number means you won't receive any calls or texts from them. If you wish to see a blocked message, you would need to unblock the contact and ask them to resend the message.

How is someone still texting me after I blocked them?

When you block a contact over Android or iPhone, they will still be able to send you text messages. These messages will not show up on your phone but the sender will see the messages as sent. They won't know that they've been blocked.

How do I stop messages from blocked numbers?

Blocking text messages on Android Step 1: Open Messages. Step 2: Press and hold over a message from someone you want to block. Step 3: In the context menu that appears, select the Three dots on the right. Step 4: Tap Block.

What happens when a blocked iPhone texts you?

Blocked text messages disappear They won't receive any notification that they're blocked, and their messages will still look like they've been sent. But you won't receive any of them, and you can't respond.

Why do I keep getting message blocked texts?

“Message Blocking” usually means SMS is disabled for your account or you've blocked the person you're trying to text. Other times, it may be related to network settings on your Android or iPhone.

Do texts still deliver if blocked?

No. Recipient Will not get texts from you. The process might seem confusing because your phone might say it's sending a message as an SMS. However, if the phone number is blocked, the message will not reach its intended destination.

Can someone still receive texts if they blocked you?

If they blocked your phone number on the phone – your texts won't get through. If they blocked you only on social media or apps like WhatsApp, but not on the phone – your texts will get through.

Can someone you blocked still get your texts?

once you have blocked someone you can not call or text them and you can not receive any messages or calls from them either.

Does iPhone show missed calls from blocked numbers?

The only way to see a call history from a blocked number is to unblock the number. They will be added to your regular call list, and you will be able to see any missed calls you receive from the number. However, they will be able to contact you again. Consider if it's worth your privacy.

Can a blocked number still receive texts?

The answer is a big NO – Once you have been blocked by someone you cannot text or call them and they cannot receive any messages or calls from you either. They will have to unblock you in order to contact them.

How do I permanently block a number?

Block a number Open your Phone app . Call history . Tap a call from the number you want to block. Tap Block / report spam.

How many times does an iPhone ring if you are blocked?

One method you can use on any type of phone is by calling the person you suspect has blocked you. While typically you can expect to hear anywhere from three to 12 rings when you call someone before going to voicemail, a blocked number will only ring once and then go straight to voicemail, according to Tom'sGuide.com.

How do you see if a blocked number texted you?

Android phones move all blocked messages into a folder on the phone called “Spam and Blocked.” That means that the phone is still collecting messages from the blocked people; they just aren't notifying you. This can be a lifesaver in needing those blocked messages for various reasons after the fact.

What happens if you try to call someone who blocked you iPhone?

When you call a number that has blocked yours, you may hear one or half a ring or no rings at all and then the call will go to voicemail. If it goes straight to voicemail, their phone may also be off or out of range, or they may have temporarily turned on Do Not Disturb mode to work, drive, or sleep.

What is the recent next to a blocked number on iPhone?

It just means that's the most recent number used to contact u by that contact name and I've read that 2. They have called you or you have called them within your last 100 recent calls.

How many times does an iPhone ring if you are blocked?

One method you can use on any type of phone is by calling the person you suspect has blocked you. While typically you can expect to hear anywhere from three to 12 rings when you call someone before going to voicemail, a blocked number will only ring once and then go straight to voicemail, according to Tom'sGuide.com.

How do you completely block someone on iPhone?

Add the number or email address that you want to block to your Contacts. For phone numbers, go to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts > Add New. For email addresses, go to Settings > Mail > Blocked > Add New. Select the contact that you want to block.

Why can't I block a number on my iPhone?

You might be wondering why you cannot block unknown or unidentified numbers on the iPhone app. Unfortunately, the iPhone operating system doesn't currently allow blocking of unidentified numbers. If Apple changes this in the future we will implement this feature. We really want to be able to block them as well.

What is the recent next to a blocked number on iPhone?

It just means that's the most recent number used to contact u by that contact name and I've read that 2. They have called you or you have called them within your last 100 recent calls.

How long do numbers stay blocked on iPhone?

Once blocked, the phone number remains blocked on the iPhone even after you delete it from your Phone, FaceTime, Messages or Contacts apps. You can confirm its sustained blocked status in Settings.

Why can a blocked number still call me?

Your device is essentially just not notifying you when that person tries to call, FaceTime, or send a text. It's basically the equivalent of being on Airplane Mode, but only toward specific phone numbers. This simplicity also explains why you still receive voicemails from people you've blocked.

Can a blocked number still call you?

If you block someone's number on your phone, they will not be able to call you if they use their own phone number. However, if they call from a number that is not identified (a “No Caller ID” number), the call will still come through to your phone, but the caller's number will be hidden.

What does it look like when a number is blocked on iPhone?

A red flag that you've been blocked is when you don't see the delivery status or the read receipt at all. The message you just sent will still be in a blue bubble, but it will have no delivery status below it – not even a “Not Delivered.”

Do callers know they are blocked?

The blocked party won't get a notification that they've been blocked, but if they call your landline they may hear a busy signal, or a message that their call couldn't go through or that the number is busy. Which variation of this they hear will depend on the carrier.