Call Management: Block and Unblock Callers on Your iPhone

Managing your calls can feel like a daunting task, especially when it involves unwanted calls. However, with the right knowledge, this task can be a breeze. Today, we offer comprehensive insights on how to block and unblock a caller on your iPhone. Our guide will help you regain your peace by managing your call list effectively and blocking unwelcome callers.

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How to Block a Caller Through Call History on iPhone

Open your Phone App

Step one: From your home screen, select the 'Phone' application. This action will reveal your recent call history.
iPhone Homescreen iPhone calling app selected

Identify the Unwanted Caller

Step Two: Browse through your call history "Recents" and locate the caller you wish to block. You can find more information about the call by tapping the 'i' button next to their number.
iPhone Recents Section on Calling App

Block the Caller

Step Three: Scroll to the bottom of the information page, and you'll find an option titled 'Block this Caller'. Tap on this to begin the process of blocking the number.
Blocking a Caller on the iPhone

Confirm the Block

Step Four: A 'Block Contact' option will pop up on your screen. Confirm your action by tapping on this button. Now, the specified number will not be able to contact you.
iPhone confirmation window to Block a Caller

This is a straightforward way of blocking an unwanted caller through your call history.

How to Block a Saved Contact on iPhone

To block a saved contact on your iPhone, follow these steps:

Open your Phone App

Step One: From your home screen, select the 'Phone' application. This action will reveal your recent call history.
iPhone Homescreen with the Calling App Selected

Identify the Unwanted Caller:

Step Two: Tap on "Contacts" and browse through your contacts and locate the caller you wish to block. You can find more information about the call by tapping the 'i' button next to their number.
Contact Selected under "Contacts" in iPhone calling app

Block the Caller:

Step Three: Scroll to the bottom of the information page, and you'll find an option titled 'Block this Caller'. Tap on this to begin the process of blocking the number.
Blocking a Caller on the iPhone

Confirm the Block

Step Four: A 'Block Contact' option will pop up on your screen. Confirm your action by tapping on this button. Now, the specified number will not be able to contact you.
iPhone confirmation window to Block a caller

Following these steps, you can easily block a saved contact on your iPhone.

Unblock Callers on Your iPhone

If you ever decide to unblock a previously blocked caller, here is how to go about it:

Enter Settings:

Step One: Tap on the 'Settings' icon from your main homepage.
iPhone Home screen with Settings options selected

Go to Phone Settings

Step Two: Scroll down the settings menu until you find the 'Phone' option, and tap on it.
iPhone Settings Menu

Access Block Contacts

Step Three: Tap on 'Block Contacts' to view all the contacts you've blocked.
iPhone Settings Menu with "Block Contacts" selected

Start Editing

Step Four: To make changes, tap on 'Edit' in the top right corner of your screen.
Edit button selected on Block Contacts List on iPhone

Select the Contact

Step Five: Red circles will appear next to each blocked contact. Tap on the Red Circle beside the name of the contact you want to unblock.
Red circles to remove contact on block contact list of iPhone

Unblock the Contact

Step Six: Tap 'Unblock' next to the contact's name to remove them from your blocked list.
Unblock Button Selected to Remove Contact From Block List on iPhone

By following these steps, you can easily unblock a caller on your iPhone.

Harnessing Call Management for Your Benefit

Call management on your iPhone can be straightforward and efficient, once you know how to navigate through it. Our guide empowers you to effectively control your call preferences, ensuring that you have a seamless and comfortable iPhone experience. We encourage you to visit and check out more great articles we have on the iPhone and other technology.

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