Why is a blocked number still calling me Samsung?

Blocked numbers are still coming through. There is a reason why for this, at least I believe this is the reason why. Spammers, use a spoof app that hides their actual number from your caller i.d. so when they call you and you block the number, your blocking a number that doesn't exist.
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Why do I still get calls from blocked numbers?

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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How do I permanently block a number on my Android?

Block numbers from the Phone app
  1. Navigate to and open the Phone app. Tap More options (the three vertical dots), and then tap Settings.
  2. Then, tap Block numbers. ...
  3. Next, tap the Add icon (the plus sign) to register the contact to your Block list.
  4. Alternatively, you can block numbers from your call log.
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Why is a blocked number still calling me Android?

If a blocked number is still able to contact you, it's likely because the caller has hidden their caller ID, either through a carrier service option or using a third-party application. If that's the case, calls and text messages may appear as coming from an unknown number.
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How do I permanently block a number from calling me?

Follow these steps to block a number from calling you:
  1. Open the Phone app.
  2. Tap the Menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Block numbers.
  5. Enter a number.
  6. Tap Done.
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Why is a blocked number still calling me?



Can blocked numbers still call you?

When you block someone's number on your iPhone, that number can't call, text, or FaceTime you. The blocked number can still leave you voicemails, but they'll be sorted away from your regular voice mailbox.
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How do I turn off notifications for blocked calls on my Samsung?

Originally Answered: How do I block incoming calls without notification on Android phone? Open the App drawer, and go to Settings. In the Settings screen, scroll down to the Blocking mode option, and tap the slider to turn on this mode. Tap on the text to access the options inside this mode.
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How do you block calls from blocked numbers?

SILENCE ALL UNKNOWN CALLS

For Android, tap the phone icon usually found at the bottom of your home screen. Then at the top right corner of the screen, tap the three dots, Settings, then Blocked Numbers. Then enable “Block Calls From Unidentified Callers” by tapping the toggle switch on the right.
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Why am I still getting calls from blocked numbers iPhone?

Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch -- If your iPhone was already up to date or you're still getting calls from blocked numbers, go to Settings > Phone, and find a/the number you blocked (you may want to write it down) and unblock it.
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Does Samsung Show blocked calls?

On the application main screen, select Call and SMS filter. and select Blocked calls or Blocked SMS. If calls or SMS messages are blocked, the corresponding information is displayed on the status bar. To view details, tap More on the status bar.
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What is call barring?

Call Barring allows you to stop incoming and outgoing calls on your Galaxy phone. It's perfect for when you're abroad or if you have a work and personal SIM connected and don't want to be contacted via your work number on your day off.
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How do I stop getting texts from a blocked number?

To do this, open the conversation thread from them in the Messages app. Tap the three dots in the upper right corner, then choose “People and Options.” Tap on “Block <number>.” A popup window will ask you to confirm you want to block the number, noting that you will no longer receive calls or texts from this person.
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How do I block spam phone calls?

You can mark all calls from a number as spam to stop getting more calls from them and to report the spammer.
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Mark calls as spam
  1. On your device, open the Phone app .
  2. At the bottom, tap Recents .
  3. Tap the call you want to report as spam.
  4. Tap Block or Report spam.
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Why am I suddenly getting nuisance calls?

If you get nuisance calls after you've registered with the TPS, it may be because you gave the caller your number - usually done through marketing preferences when signing up for something online, Tell the caller you don't want to be contacted again, and they should stop.
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Why is my Do Not Call list not working?

If your number is disconnected and then reconnected, you might need to register your number again. You can verify that your number is on the Registry at DoNotCall.gov or by calling 1-888-382-1222.
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Why can someone still text me if I blocked them?

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.
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How do I block messages from blocked numbers on my Android?

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  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Messages app .
  2. Tap More. Archived.
  3. Select a conversation.
  4. Tap Not spam. If you've blocked the contact and want to unblock them, tap Unblock.
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How do I block unwanted text messages on my Samsung?

Other Ways to Block Text on Samsung

Tap the Messages icon from the Home screen. Select Menu > Settings > Block numbers and messages > Block numbers.
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Is call barring the same as call blocking?

Call barring is not actually a standard call blocking feature, it will block all the calls of a selected type. However, it can be handy in certain situations when you don't want calls from certain types of numbers, For example, you can block all calls from international numbers.
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What does call barring mean on Samsung?

Turn call barring on your Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Android 11.0 on or off. Read help info. You can block certain types of calls such as incoming calls when you're abroad.
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What is the 4 digit password for call Barring?

The default should be '1234' or '0000' however if you have purchased the phone second hand then you may wish to contact the seller directly to find out if they changed it.
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How do I block numbers on my Samsung Galaxy?

Samsung phones

To view your list of blocked numbers, tap on the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner of the Phone app's main screen. Select 'Settings' and then 'Block numbers'.
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How do you block a caller on a Samsung phone?

1 Click Lock on the right hand side of the main page. You will need to choose Lock screen or Lock power off on the pop up box, and then tap Next. PIN: This will lock your device to this PIN.
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How do I block number on Samsung?

How to block a number on Android using the Messages app
  1. Open the Messages app.
  2. Tap the three vertical dots on the top right corner.
  3. Select Settings from the list of options on the drop down.
  4. Tap Message blocking in the settings.
  5. Tap Blocked numbers.
  6. Tap the plus sign on the top right to add the number you wish to block.
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