How to Silence Private Calls on iPhone and Android

Learn how to silence private calls on your smartphone using simple settings and apps.

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To silence private calls, use your smartphone's call settings. On iPhone, navigate to 'Settings' > 'Phone' > 'Silence Unknown Callers'. This will direct non-contact calls to voicemail while notifying you. On Android, go to 'Settings' > 'Sound & Notification' > 'Do Not Disturb'. Set 'Priority Only' for calls from contacts. Alternatively, use third-party apps blocking anonymous numbers. This ensures peace of mind without missing important calls from known numbers.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I block private calls on my iPhone? To block private calls on iPhone, go to 'Settings' > 'Phone' > 'Silence Unknown Callers'. This feature sends calls from non-contacts directly to voicemail.
  2. What is the best way to manage silent calls on Android? On Android, navigate to 'Settings' > 'Sound & Notification' > 'Do Not Disturb'. Set this feature to 'Priority Only' to allow calls from your contacts only.
  3. Are there apps to block anonymous calls? Yes, there are several third-party apps available that can help block anonymous or private numbers. These apps often allow customization for incoming calls.
  4. Will I miss important calls if I silence private calls? No, by silencing private calls, you won’t miss important calls from known numbers since these features will filter out unknown numbers but allow calls from your contacts.