How to block anonymous calls from iPhone
If you're tired of receiving anonymous calls on your iPhone, don't worry. In this guide we will show you how block calls anonymous iPhone in a simple and effective way. With a few adjustments in settings from your device, you will be able to avoid those unwanted calls that interrupt your peace of mind. Keep reading to discover how to solve this problem in a few steps!
1. Step by step -- How to block anonymous iPhone calls
How to block anonymous calls from iPhone
- Step 1: Unlock your iPhone and go to the home screen.
- Step 2: Open the Settings app by tapping the gray gear icon.
- Step 3: Scroll down and select “Phone.”
- Step 4: Within the “Phone” settings, tap on “Silence” strangers.
- Step 5: Activate the “Mute unknown” option by sliding the switch to the on position.
- Step 6: Now, all calls from numbers not in your contact list will be silenced and sent directly to voicemail without ringing your iPhone.
- Step 7: If you want to check voicemails for blocked calls, just open the Phone app and tap “Voicemail.”
FAQ
FAQ – How to Block Anonymous iPhone Calls
1. How can I block anonymous calls on my iPhone?
- Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
- Select "Phone".
- Scroll down and choose “Mute strangers.”
- Activate the “Silence Unknown” option to block anonymous calls.
2. What happens when I block anonymous calls on my iPhone?
- All calls from unknown numbers will be sent directly to voicemail without ringing your iPhone.
3. Can I see blocked calls on my iPhone?
- No, blocked calls will not be shown in the call log or notifications.
4. What do I need to do if I want to receive calls from an unknown number while I have anonymous calls blocked?
- ask him to the person that will call you to disable the “hide their number” option before making the call.
5. Is there a way to block specific numbers on my iPhone?
- Yes, you can block specific numbers on your iPhone.
- Open the “Phone” app and select the “Recent” tab.
- Tap the "i" icon next to the number you want to block.
- Scroll down and select “Block this number”.
6. Are SMS from blocked numbers also silenced?
- No, only calls from unknown numbers will be silenced. SMS from blocked numbers will be received and displayed in the Messages app.
7. Can I unblock a number that I have previously blocked?
- Yes, you can unblock a number that you have previously blocked on your iPhone.
- Go to the Settings app and select Phone.
- Tap “Call Blocking and ID.”
- Swipe left on the number you want to unblock and tap “Unblock.”
8. Is there any third-party app that helps block anonymous calls on iPhone?
- Yes, there are several third-party applications available on the App Store which can help you block anonymous calls on your iPhone.
- Some of applications Popular songs include "Truecaller", "Hiya" and "Mr. "Number".
9. Are FaceTime calls also blocked when I activate the “Mute Strangers” option?
- No, the “Mute Strangers” option does not block FaceTime calls. It only affects phone calls.
10. Does anonymous call blocking work on all iPhone models?
- Yes, the block anonymous calls option is available on all iPhone models running the latest version of iOS.
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