Permanently deleting block number

Can you permanently delete a blocked contact without unblocking them I please need help

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Posted on Jan 6, 2023 8:58 AM

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KiltedTim

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Posted on Jan 6, 2023 9:08 AM

No. The number must remain in the blocked callers list or it will no longer be blocked.

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KiltedTim

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Jan 6, 2023 9:08 AM in response to Unhappy2789

No. The number must remain in the blocked callers list or it will no longer be blocked.

Unhappy2789 Author

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Jan 7, 2023 8:46 AM in response to KiltedTim

Thank you

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