What Happens When You Call a Number You Have Blocked?

Learn what occurs if you call a phone number that you've previously blocked, including call redirection and notifications.

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If you call a number that you have blocked, the call will not go through. Your phone will either redirect the call to voicemail or show an error message indicating the number is unavailable. The blocked person will not receive any notification of your attempt to contact them.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I call a number that I have blocked on my phone? No, if you try to call a number you have blocked, the call typically will not go through and may be redirected to voicemail or show an error.
  2. Will the person I called know if I called them while their number is blocked? No, the blocked person does not receive any notification or indication that you attempted to call them.
  3. What happens to my call when I call a blocked number? The call is either redirected to voicemail or you will see an error message indicating the number is unavailable.

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