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Texts and calls

Can any of the iPhones block texts but allow calls from that number?

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 4, 2021 5:00 PM

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Posted on Dec 4, 2021 5:45 PM

Hello,


That is not possible on any iPhone that I am aware of.


You might be able to have your cellular carrier block SMS (text) messages from a particular number while leaving it able to call you. This wouldn’t block iMessages tho.


Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

“When you block a phone number or contact, they can still leave a voicemail, but you won't get a notification. Messages that are sent or received won't be delivered. Also, the contact won't get a notification that the call or message was blocked.”


I hope this helps.

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Dec 4, 2021 5:45 PM in response to Rbutters

Hello,


That is not possible on any iPhone that I am aware of.


You might be able to have your cellular carrier block SMS (text) messages from a particular number while leaving it able to call you. This wouldn’t block iMessages tho.


Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

“When you block a phone number or contact, they can still leave a voicemail, but you won't get a notification. Messages that are sent or received won't be delivered. Also, the contact won't get a notification that the call or message was blocked.”


I hope this helps.

Texts and calls

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