How to Unblock a Number on an Android Phone

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What to Know

  • To unblock a number, Phone > More > Settings > Blocked Numbers > tap the X next to the contact you want to unblock > Unblock.
  • Steps may differ on modified versions of Android, such as a Samsung device, but should be similar.

This article explains how to unblock a phone number on an Android smartphone. Instructions apply to Android 6 and up.

Unblock a Phone Number on an Android

Here's how to unblock a number on an Android device and get those calls and text messages back:

  1. Open the Phone app.

  2. Tap the More icon, which looks like three vertical dots.

  3. Tap Settings > Blocked Numbers.

  4. Tap the X next to the contact you want to unblock.

    Unblock a contact in the Phone app's settings.
  5. Select Unblock.

FAQ
  • How do I unblock a number on an iPhone?

    To unblock a phone number on an iPhone, tap Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts > swipe left on the contact > Unblock. To unblock numbers not in your contacts, tap Settings > Messages > Blocked Contacts > swipe left on the contact > Unblock.

  • Can I unblock my number from someone else's phone?

    You must have physical access to a person's phone to unblock your number. So, if you don't have physical access to a phone, no, you can't unblock yourself from their phone.

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