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How To Block Unknown Calls On Your iPhone 8 And iPhone 8 Plus?

iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus owners always want to know how to block calls from strangers on their devices.

Having the knowledge of how to block phone calls from unknown numbers or people we have no relationship with is useful especially now that there are several calls from telemarketers computers or recordings. Robocalls are real too and very frustrating as well.

This unknown number blocking option is Apple’s way of letting you block phone calls from robocall telemarketers and scammers troubling your well-deserved rest.

There are several ways to provide a solution to the problem on your mobile device, and I will break them down below.

The fastest and efficient way to prevent phone calls is to find the Settings on your device, then head to “Phone” and tap on Blocked on the phone number.

You need to know that you will have to prevent a particular number for this feature which will not completely get rid of the problem because robocalls are known for calling from a different phone number every time they call.

Therefore, blocking a particular number every time you get a robocall will not really decrease robocalls, but it is still wise to know how to prevent a particular caller on your device.

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How Can I Block A Particular Caller On My iPhone 8?

If one unknown caller continues to call you, it can be added to your contacts and then blocked the same way you would for any other contact. Do this:

  1.  Power on your Apple iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus.
  2. Tap on the Phone application.
  3.  Head to your recent calls.
  4. Find a phone call from the phone number you wish to block.
  5. Tap on “i” in a circle on the right side of the phone call to view information about the call.
  6. Tap “Create a New Contact.”
  7. Type in as much info as you want. You can decide to type nothing if you wish.
  8. Tap Done.
  9. The new contact card created by you will be visible.
  10. Swipe down and tap on Block Caller.
  11. Confirm your choice by choosing Block Contact.

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How Can I Enable Do Not Disturb On My iPhone 8 And iPhone 8 Plus?

Rather than blocking particular callers, you can use the Do Not Disturb mode on your iOS device. This is a fast way to limit calls. You will also be able to personalize how it works. It is a temporary fix but it will help you to be free from disturbances that arise when your mobile phone rings. This is how to activate Do Not Disturb:

  1. Power on your Apple iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus.
  2. Find Settings and click on it.
  3.  Click Do Not Disturb.
  4. You will see the number option for “Do Not Disturb.”
  5. Toggle it on.

After enabling the Do Not Disturb mode, calls coming in will be restricted. You will be able to decide on how much restriction you want.

How Can I Use Trapcall To Block Callers On My iPhone?

TrapCall is a very useful 3rd party application. It can be used to block calls. It is smooth and very simple to use and will block all phone calls from any number you do not have stored with a name on your contact list.

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1 thought on “How To Block Unknown Calls On Your iPhone 8 And iPhone 8 Plus?”

  1. This method is pointless. When a spam caller calls you, the number is cancelled, and is no longer in service. The next time they call, it will be a different number.

    If it is possible to block all permutations of phone numbers, except for numbers in your contacts, then that would be a good solution.

    Is there any way to do that?

    Reply

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