How to block a caller on an iPhone

If a number keeps calling that you do not want to hear from, you can block it. Blocked callers go straight to voicemail.

  1. 1Open the Phone app and tap Recents.
  2. 2Find the number and tap the small i in a circle beside it.
  3. 3Scroll down and tap Block this Caller.
  4. 4Tap Block Contact to confirm.

If it doesn’t look like this

To unblock someone later, follow the same steps and tap Unblock this Caller.

Last checked October 20, 2026. Menus differ a little between models and software versions.