Why can blocked numbers still text me?

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.
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Why can someone still text me after I blocked them?

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.
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How do I stop getting texts from a blocked number?

Unfortunately, you can't outright block unknown and private numbers in the same way you can block known contacts. You can, however, filter and separate them from the people you know. This will create a new "Unknown Senders" tab in your Messages app, and you won't get notifications for these.
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Why am I still getting text messages from a blocked number iPhone?

If an iMessage, did you block the number, or the Apple ID. If you just added the number, then it may be coming from the Apple ID. If you blocked the contact, make sure it includes the number and caller ID. Apple ID would work for iMessage.
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Why is a blocked number still getting through?

If you still receive voicemails from your blocked contacts, this is normal behavior. Blocked contacts will still be able to leave voicemails even after they are blocked. It is possible that you may be getting texts or calls not from the same number but from a number that looks very similar. Block this number too.
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Why is a blocked number still texting me iPhone?



How do you permanently blocked a number?

Block a number
  1. Open your Phone app .
  2. Tap More. Call history .
  3. Tap a call from the number you want to block.
  4. Tap Block / report spam.
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Why are blocked calls coming through on iPhone?

You may want to double check that the contacts are blocked on any device that is still ringing. If it is, try restarting your iPhone. Be sure your iPhone is updated to the latest version in Settings > General > Software Update.
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Can a blocked number still text you on iPhone?

When someone you've blocked tries to text you, you will not receive text messages from them. The blocked person also does not receive any notification that they're blocked. However, many iPhone users may be able to deduce that you've blocked them. This is because of the iMessage text “status” feature on iPhones.
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How do I stop getting messages from blocked numbers on my iPhone?

Block messages from a specific person or number

To view and manage your list of blocked contacts and phone numbers, go to Settings > Messages > Blocked Contacts. See the Apple Support article Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
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Why is my iPhone not blocking numbers?

Restart your iPhone. Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Update your carrier settings on your iPhone or iPad. As it can relate to blocked numbers, if you have any third-party calling or blocking apps, check and make sure they are not playing a role in this.
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Can you still receive texts from a blocked number?

When you block a phone number or contact, they can still leave a voicemail, but you won't get a notification. Messages that are sent or received won't be delivered. Also, the contact won't get a notification that the call or message was blocked.
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Why can I not allow blocked calls on my iPhone?

Go to Settings > Phone. Tap Call Blocking & Identification. Under Allow These Apps To Block Calls And Provide Caller ID, turn the app on or off.
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How do I completely block someone on my iPhone?

  1. Open the Phone app. Tap on the Phone app to block a number on iPhone. ...
  2. Tap on the "i" icon next to the caller's name or number. Click on the "i" icon to block a number on iPhone. ...
  3. Scroll down and tap "Block this Caller" Tap Block this Caller" to block the number. ...
  4. Tap "Block Contact" Tap "Block Contact" to confirm.
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How long does a number stay blocked?

They only stay blocked as long as they are in your contacts and blocked list. Blocking in iOS is just a blacklisting of flagged contacts on your device. If you delete the number from the blocked calls listing, you eliminate the block. They only stay blocked as long as they are in your contacts and blocked list.
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How is a blocked number still calling me iPhone 2022?

Make sure the iPhone is updated: Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support. Also, update any carrier settings: If the issue continues after updating, ensure that any third-party apps that assist with blocking calls have been removed: How to delete apps on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support.
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What happens if you dial 622?

T-Mobile Scam Block: A default-off tool that prevents T-Mobile customers from receiving scam calls. Activate from your T-Mobile account, in the latest Name ID app, or dial #622# from your T-Mobile phone. Offered to customers at no extra cost.
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What happens when you dial * 57?

Activate Call Trace

Pick up the phone and press *57 (touch tone) or 1157 (rotary). You'll hear a confirmation tone and message will be heard If the trace is successful. You must keep a written log of the date and time of harassing calls to retrieve Call Trace information.
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Why wont it let me block a number on iMessage?

iMessages are sent over your 3G or Wi-Fi data connection, so carriers can't block them. The only way to totally cut ties with someone who's using iMessage is to block his phone number through your carrier and turn off iMessage in your Settings app.
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Can you permanently block someone on iMessage?

You can block text messages on your iPhone from any number that you don't want sending you messages. Blocked numbers will still be able to text you on their end, but you won't receive their messages. You can also filter out messages from unknown senders to limit spam texts.
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How do you completely block someone on iMessage?

Message: Open the conversation and tap on the contact at the top of the screen. Next, select the "i" and then tap on the name, phone number or email address. At the bottom of the page will be a Block this Caller button; tap it and confirm.
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Can you still iMessage a blocked number?

Messages that are sent or received won't be delivered. Also, the contact won't receive a notification that the call or message was blocked.
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What does * 77 do on your phone?

Reject anonymous calls

Anonymous Call Rejection (*77) stops calls from people that use a blocking feature to keep their name or number from being displayed. When Anonymous Call Rejection is turned on, callers will hear a message telling them to hang up, turn off the blocking feature, and call again.
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What is * 82 on your phone?

You can also use *82 to unblock your number in case your call gets rejected temporarily. Some providers and users will automatically block private numbers, so using this code will help you bypass this filter. Blocking your number can go a long way in stopping annoying robocalls.
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What does * 86 do on a cell phone?

Access voicemail from your phone's dial pad

There are three ways to access your voicemail using your phone's dial pad. You can: Press and hold 1. Dial *86.
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What happens if I dial * 002 *?

##002# - If your voice call or data call, or SMS call has been forwarded, dialling this USSD code will erase them. *#21# - By dialling this USSD code, you would get to know if your calls have been diverted somewhere else or not.
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