What happens to messages when you block someone?

Blocked text messages disappear

They won't receive any notification that they're blocked, and their messages will still look like they've been sent. But you won't receive any of them, and you can't respond.

What happens to the text messages when you block someone?

If an Android user has blocked you, Lavelle says, “your text messages will go through as usual; they just won't be delivered to the Android user.” It's the same as an iPhone, but without the “delivered” notification (or lack thereof) to clue you in.

Will blocked messages come through when unblocked?

Once blocked, the caller can't leave any kind of message on your iPhone, whether it's an iMessage or SMS. That means you can't see any messages that have already been blocked, but you can unblock that person and start receiving messages again in the future, with just a few clicks.

Can you retrieve blocked messages?

Click on History. Choose Text Blocked History. Select the blocked message that you want to restore. Tap the Restore to Inbox.

Can you see if a blocked number has tried to text you?

Blocked text messages disappear

When someone that you've blocked texts you, their texts go nowhere. They won't receive any notification that they're blocked, and their messages will still look like they've been sent. But you won't receive any of them, and you can't respond.

Do text messages get delivered if blocked?

How do I see blocked messages on iPhone?

Can you retrieve blocked messages on iPhone?

Unfortunately, the answer is NO. You cannot retrieve blocked messages on your iPhone. After blocking someone, you'll not be able to receive phone calls and messages from them. iPhones, unlike Android phones, don't have a blocked folder for data recovery.

Can I send a text to a number I blocked?

once you have blocked someone you can not call or text them and you can not receive any messages or calls from them either.

When you block someone do they know?

Blocking Someone on Android Messages and Apple iMessage

When you block a contact over Android or iPhone, they will still be able to send you text messages. These messages will not show up on your phone but the sender will see the messages as sent. They won't know that they've been blocked.

Does green text mean blocked?

Remember, when messages are being sent as green instead of blue, that means the phone is attempting to send a traditional SMS text message instead of an iMessage. It's also worth remembering that blocked iMessages and text messages go nowhere, the recipient will never receive them if you've been blocked.

Where do blocked texts go?

Android phones move all blocked messages into a folder on the phone called “Spam and Blocked.” That means that the phone is still collecting messages from the blocked people; they just aren't notifying you. This can be a lifesaver in needing those blocked messages for various reasons after the fact.

Do blocked iMessages deliver?

If you have an iPhone and try to send an iMessage to someone who has blocked you, it will remain blue (which means it's still an iMessage). However, the person you've been blocked by will never receive that message.

How can I tell if Im blocked on iMessage?

If someone has blocked you on their iPhone, they won't receive your call. Once you dial their number, the phone will ring once and then go straight to voicemail. Granted, that could also mean they're busy and can't talk. However, if it happens each time you call, there's a chance you've been blocked.

Will iMessage say delivered if blocked?

Because iMessage constantly shuffles the 'delivered' or 'read' badge to the last message in the conversation that was delivered successfully, any messages sent after you'd been blocked would show up in the chat, but never see the 'delivered' badge.

What happens when you send a text to a blocked iPhone?

Text Messages and iMessage

First, they will be charged for the text message(s) by their network carriers, and the text would be sent. However, because you've blocked the person, their texts will not be delivered to your iPhone. The same applies to iMessage.

Why did my text messages turn from Blue to green?

A green background means that the message you sent or received was delivered by SMS through your cellular provider. It also typically went to a non-iOS device such as an Android or Windows phone.

Why are my iMessages Blue but not delivered?

The most probable cause is that either their phone is off due to some reason, or they don't have access to an active internet connection. If their phone is on DND, iMessage will still say 'Delivered'. Another instance where iMessage doesn't say 'Delivered' is when the sender has blocked you.

Why are my texts sending green to only one person?

If your iPhone messages are green, it means that they're being sent as SMS text messages rather than as iMessages, which appear in blue. iMessages only work between Apple users. You'll always see green when writing to Android users, or when you're not connected to the internet.

Does report and block delete messages on both sides?

When you report someone to WhatsApp, previous conversations with the reported contact will continue to appear on your phone. However, if you choose the 'Report and Block' option, your chats with the person will be deleted completely.