What Happens When You Block a Number? | Call Redirection Explained

Discover what occurs when you block a number and they try to call you, including voicemail redirection and notifications.

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If you block a number and they call you, their calls will typically be redirected to your voicemail, where they can leave a message. However, you won't get a notification of the missed call or the voicemail. They might hear a single ring before their call gets diverted.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can a blocked number leave a voicemail? Yes, if you block a number, they can leave a voicemail that you won't be notified about.
  2. Will the blocked number know they are blocked? Typically, the blocked number will not know they are blocked; they may only notice that their calls go unanswered.
  3. What happens when a blocked number calls you? Their call gets directed to your voicemail, and they might hear a single ring before being redirected.
  4. How to unblock a number? You can unblock a number through your phone's settings under the 'Blocked Contacts' or 'Call Settings' menu.

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