Block Or Unblock A Phone Number

You can only block exact 10-digit numbers. You cannot block an area code prefix (e.g., block all numbers starting with 212-555-XXXX). Spammers constantly spoof new numbers, meaning you play an infinite game of whack-a-mole. This is a glaring oversight in 2024.

The primary function is a marvel of simplicity. On both major OS platforms, blocking a number takes no more than three taps: block or unblock a phone number

Open a conversation, tap the contact name or number at the top, select Info , then tap Block this Caller . You can only block exact 10-digit numbers

No. If a contact sent you text messages while they were blocked, those messages were discarded by the network and cannot be recovered even after you unblock them. This is a glaring oversight in 2024

Before diving into the "how-to," it is important to understand the mechanics of blocking. Blocking a number is essentially creating a "do not enter" sign on your specific device.