I swear about nine out of ten calls I get are unwanted! Telemarketers, scammers, spammers and other random callers are very persistent. This means that my blocked numbers list has become quite healthy, but every now and then I end up getting stuck block numbers I shouldn’t have done that. If you are in the same situation, today we will show you how to find blocked numbers on Android.
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The easiest way to find blocked numbers on Android is to use the Google Contacts app. Launch the Contacts app and go to Organize > Blocked numbers. Here you will find your blocked numbers, as well as options to add new ones or unblock current ones.
You can also access this page from the Phone and Messages app. Keep reading to see detailed instructions for those apps.
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Editor’s note: We used one Google Pixel 8a using Android 15 to formulate these instructions. Some UI elements and steps may differ slightly depending on your specific device and software version.
How to find blocked numbers in Android Contacts app
The Google Contacts app is widely seen as the central hub for managing your contacts. As such, this is obviously the first place you’ll want to look if you want to see your blocked numbers on Android. Here’s how to find them!
- Launch the Contacts app.
- Tap the To organize tab.
- Scroll down to the bottom and select Blocked numbers.
- Here you will find all your blocked numbers. You can select Add a number to add new blocked numbers, or press the X button next to the numbers to unblock them.
How to find blocked numbers in Android Phone app
While the Contacts hub works fine, we rarely use it. This is mainly because most of the basic functionality can be accessed through the Phone app, including viewing your blocked numbers on Android.
- Launch the Telephone app.
- Tap the three dot menu button in the top right corner.
- Go into the Institutions.
- Select Blocked numbers.
- Here you will find all your blocked numbers. You can select Add a number to add new blocked numbers, or press the X button next to the numbers to unblock them.
How to find blocked numbers in Android Messages app
Finally, you will also see all your blocked numbers in the Android Messages app.
- Launch the To inform app.
- Tap your profile iconin the top right corner.
- Tap the Spam and blocked option.
- This section only shows blocked messages. To find blocked numbers, tap the three dot menu button in the top right corner.
- Select Blocked numbers.
- Here you will find all your blocked numbers. You can select Add a number to add new blocked numbers, or press the X button next to the numbers to unblock them.
Frequently asked questions
Can blocked numbers call me?
When you block a number on Android, you will not receive calls from that caller. However, that number may leave voicemails.
Can a blocked number send me a text message?
If you block a number on Android, it can still text you, but those messages will be archived in a separate section, out of your view. If you want to see them, go to the Messages app and tap your profile icon in the top right corner. Then select Spam and blocked.
Can I leave a voicemail with a blocked number on Android?
Although calls from blocked numbers won’t go through, people can still leave you a voicemail.
How many numbers can I block on Android?
There is no limit to the number of phone numbers you can block on Android.
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