You blocked a phone number on your iPhone and now, oops, you want to go back? No worries! Whether it's because you buried the hatchet with an old acquaintance or simply because you changed your mind, unblocking a phone number on iPhone is very simple. In the following lines, I'll guide you to unblock a contact in no time.
Come on, let’s dive together into the twists and turns of your iPhone to bring those forgotten numbers back to life!
Unblock Unsaved Phone Number on iPhone
If you haven't saved the blocked person's phone number to your iPhone, but you have their number in the "Recents" tab of the Phone application, you can use this tab to unblock the number.
- Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
- At the bottom of the Phone app, tap on the “Recent” tab.
- In the “Recents” screen that opens, find the number you want to unblock. Then, next to this number, press the “i” icon.
- The history page for the selected phone number will open. Here, scroll down the page and press “Unblock this correspondent”.
Your iPhone will instantly unblock the selected phone number.
Unblock a contact's phone number saved on iPhone
If you have saved the blocked person's phone number on your iPhone, you can find it in "Contacts" and unblock it from there.
- Launch the Phone app on your iPhone.
- Then tap on “Contacts” at the bottom of the app.
- On the “Contacts” screen that opens, find the contact you want to unblock and press it.
- The details page for the selected contact will then open. Scroll down the page and press “Unblock this correspondent”.
And there you have it, your contact is now unblocked and you will be able to receive their calls!
See All Blocked Contacts on iPhone (and Unblock Them)
If you want to review all your blocked contacts, you can access a menu in Settings that displays a list of all blocked numbers and will also allow you to unblock a phone number.
To access this list:
- Open theSettings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down to the settings and press “Phone”.
- On the “Phone” screen, tap on “Blocked Contacts”.
You will now be able to see all the numbers you have blocked!
- To unblock a number from this list, press “ Edit » in the upper right corner of the current screen. Then, find the contact you want to unblock and press the “-“ sign (less) red next to his name.
- Press on " unblock » next to the contact name, then click “Ok” in the upper right corner.
What if you change your mind? Blocking a number on iPhone is also very simple!
Okay, now let's say things get complicated again and you need to get someone back on your blacklist. Blocking a phone number on your iPhone is almost as easy as unblocking it. Here's how:
- Open the Phone app.
- Find the number or contact : Look in the Recents tab or in your contacts for the number you want to block.
- Tap the 'i' icon located next to the number or contact.
- Accounts Manager « Block this correspondent »: Scroll down a bit and you will see the option “Block this correspondent”. A little tap and it’s done.
And there you have it, the number is blocked! Peace of mind restored until you change your mind.
In summary, that the blocking a number Whether it was intentional or the result of a small mistake, unblocking a phone number on iPhone is a quick and easy process. This flexibility allows you to maintain control over your contact list, ensuring that you are always connected with the right people. Remember, a contact unblocked today can enrich your interactions tomorrow. So, take the time to review your blocked contacts, because each number recovered could mean an opportunity or a renewed relationship.
And remember, if you want to limit cold calling, you can always register on Bloctel, the modern equivalent of the blacklist…
Article updated on January 10, 2025 by Byothe
