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| How to Unblock Numbers Accidentally Blocked on Your Phone |
Blocking unwanted calls is a great way to avoid spam and disturbances. However, sometimes we mistakenly block important contacts, like friends, family, or work-related numbers. If you’ve accidentally blocked someone, don’t worry—it’s very easy to unblock them. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to unblock numbers on both Android and iPhone devices, step by step.
Why You Might Need to Unblock a Number
- You accidentally blocked a family or friend’s number.
- A work-related contact couldn’t reach you.
- You blocked a number out of frustration but later changed your mind.
- You realized the caller wasn’t spam after all.
How to Unblock a Number on Android Phones
Depending on your phone brand (Samsung, Infinix, Tecno, Oppo, etc.), the steps might slightly differ. But generally, here’s how:
Method 1: Through the Phone App
- Open the Phone/Dialer app.
- Tap the three dots (menu) icon in the top-right corner.
- Select Settings.
- Go to Blocked Numbers.
- Find the contact/number you want to unblock.
- Tap Unblock next to the number.
Method 2: Through Contacts
- Open the Contacts app.
- Search for the blocked contact.
- Tap on their profile.
- Select Unblock.
For some Android brands, you may also find the blocked list under Call Settings > Blocked numbers.
How to Unblock a Number on iPhone (iOS)
- Open the Settings app.
- Scroll down and tap Phone.
- Select Blocked Contacts.
- You’ll see the list of blocked numbers.
- Swipe left on the number/contact you want to unblock.
- Tap Unblock.
Alternatively, you can:
- Go to the Contacts app.
- Open the person’s profile.
- Scroll down and tap Unblock this Caller.
What Happens After You Unblock a Number?
- The person will now be able to call, text, and FaceTime (for iPhone) you again.
- You won’t recover old missed calls or texts—they’re gone.
- Going forward, their calls and messages will come through normally.
If you keep receiving spam calls, consider using apps like Truecaller (download on Google Play) or Hiya (download on App Store) to block only spam numbers while keeping your important contacts safe.
Double-check before blocking a number next time to avoid missing important calls.
Unblocking a number is simple, whether you’re using an Android or iPhone. Just head to your blocked list and remove the number. If you’ve accidentally blocked someone important, following the steps above will ensure you don’t miss their calls and messages again.
