Find the call from the blocked number (it may show “Blocked” next to it or just appear normally). Tap the blue “i” (info) icon next to the number or contact.

Tap Recents at the bottom.

Swipe left on their name/number, then tap the red Unblock button. (On older iOS versions like 12 or earlier, you may need to tap Edit in the top-right, then tap the red minus sign next to the contact, then tap Unblock .)

Scroll to the very bottom of the contact info screen.

Tap the conversation to open it. At the top, tap the contact’s name or number (or the “i” icon if available).

Here’s a detailed, step-by-step guide to unblocking a number on an iPhone, covering multiple iOS versions and potential pitfalls. Blocking a number prevents that contact from calling, texting, or FaceTiming you. Unblocking is just as straightforward, but the exact menu path depends on your iOS version. Below are the three primary methods. Method 1: Via Settings (Works on all modern iOS versions) This is the most reliable method and covers numbers blocked across Phone, Messages, and FaceTime.

Tap Unblock this Caller (it will be in red text). Confirm if prompted. Method 3: Via Messages (If you still have a text thread) Step 1: Open the Messages app (green speech bubble).

Find a conversation with the blocked contact.