Why Does a Blocked Number Appear in Recent Calls?

Discover why blocked numbers are still visible in your recent call logs and how phone systems manage blocked contacts.

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A blocked number can show up as recent due to the way phone systems handle blocked contacts. When a blocked number attempts to call, the call is usually logged by the device, but the caller is prevented from ringing through to you. These logs may appear in your recent call history to alert you of attempted contact, albeit blocked.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can you still see blocked numbers on your phone? Yes, blocked numbers may still appear in your recent call logs as an alert of attempted contact.
  2. How do phone systems log blocked calls? Phone systems log blocked calls to inform users of missed attempts while preventing the call from connecting.
  3. What happens when a blocked number tries to call you? When a blocked number calls, the device logs the attempted call but does not allow it to ring through.

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