Disturbed by unknown calls on your iPhone? Follow the guide to know how you can do that in no time. We shall see the steps to do the same, along with some more information on the matter. So, let us begin.
Can we block unknown calls?
Yes, you can absolutely block unknown calls on your device, and also on your iPhone. Most smartphones have a built-in feature that lets you silence or block calls from numbers not saved in your contacts, and you just have to make a few changes in the settings. On many devices, this is called “Silence Unknown Callers” or “Block Spam and Scam Calls” in your phone settings or call app. When you change these settings, any calls that you receive will be directed to your voicemail. Your phone won’t ring or vibrate when you receive a call from these unknown or spam numbers, so you.
Ways to block unknown calls on an iPhone
Now that we know it is possible to block unknown calls on an iPhone, let us understand the ways that can possibly facilitate the same.
Silence All Unknown Callers
This is the quickest and the simplest way to stop getting unknown calls on your number. Just go to Settings > Phone, then scroll down to find and enable “Silence Unknown Callers.” Once you do so, calls from numbers that are not in your contacts, recent outgoing calls, or even Siri Suggestions will be silenced and sent straight to voicemail. But you won’t miss any of it and you can find them in your logs. However, your phone won’t ring.
Block a Specific Number if You Know it.
If a persistent unknown number is bothering you or you’re getting messages and calls you want to avoid, just open your Phone app, go to the Recents tab. Now tap the info button next to the number and scroll down to finally tap “Block this Caller.” This permanently blocks that specific number from calling or texting you, and your phone won’t be ringing for them anymore.
Use Call Screening – for iOS 17+
This feature isn’t widely available, and you can find it in iOS 17+ models. These iPhones offer a feature that can screen calls for you! To do that, go to Settings > Phone > Screen Unknown Callers, and you may have an option like “Ask Reason for Calling.” When an unknown number calls, your iPhone then automatically answers and asks the caller to state their reason for having called you. While they are doing that, you can see a live transcription and decide whether to pick up or not. This maintains your privacy and also doesn’t let you miss important calls.
Install a Third-Party App
There are a multitude of third party apps that are helpful in this matter. You can download these call blocking or caller ID apps from the App Store. After their installation, just go to Settings > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification and enable the app in your system so it can screen and avoid potential spam calls for you.
