How to Silence Unknown Callers on WhatsApp for iOS and Android
Also, the users can also disable the toggle for ‘Silence Unknown Calls’ if they wish to continue to hear the calls from contacts that are not saved in their contacts, including spam calls.
How to block call from unknown number on iPhone, Android smartphone
Here is a step-by-step guide of how you can block calls from any unknown number on your Android smartphone or iPhone.
Published: Mar 23, 2023, 02:42 PM IST
Story Highlights
- You can block any unknown number on your Android smartphone.
- Some steps may vary for Android devices based on the company.
- You can also block unknown callers on your iPhone.
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In today’s connected world, your phone number is an essential part of your digital identity. From your government IDs to your online subscriptions to the services that you subscribe to offline, your phone is your single point of contact for everyone. Unfortunately, this also means that your contact details are with a lot of companies that are spamming you with calls offering products and services that you don’t want. While there may not be a way to stop this spread of information, there is an easy way that will save you from the trouble of answering (or not answering) calls from unknown numbers.
Both Android and iOS ecosystems have features that enable users to block all calls from unknown numbers. Here’s what you need to do:
How to block calls from unknown numbers on iPhone
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Go to the Phone settings.
Step 3: Scroll down and the tap Silence Unknown Callers option.
Step 4: Toggle the Silence Unknown Callers button on.
On turning on this feature, all calls from unknown numbers will be silenced, sent to voicemail and displayed in the Recents list. However, incoming calls from your contacts, recent outgoing calls and Siri suggestions will continue to ring.
How to block calls from unknown numbers on your Android phone
Step 1: Open the Phone app on your Android smartphone.
Step 2: Tap the More option.
Step 3: Now, tap Settings and tap the Blocked numbers option.
Step 4: Next, turn on the Unknown option.
On turning this feature on, the Phone app on your smartphone will block calls from private or unidentified numbers. However, you will continue to receive calls from phone numbers that are not stored in your contacts.
That steps, these steps can differ slightly based on the device that you are using. For instance, if you are using a Samsung smartphone you may have to follow a step or two differently compared to if you are using a Realme smartphone. So, here is an additional guide to help you navigate various user interfaces easily.
How to block unknown callers on a Samsung smartphone
Step 1: Open your Samsung smartphone and then open the Phone app.
Step 2: Tap on More Options or the three dots at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 3: Now tap the Settings option.
Step 4: Next, Tap the Block numbers option.
Step 5: Now enable Block unknown/private numbers option by toggling the button on.
How to block unknown callers on a Realme smartphone
Step 1: Open your Realme smartphone and then go to the Settings app.
Step 2: Tap the Privacy option and then tap the Harassment and Fraud Prevention option.
Step 3: Now tap the Block and Filter option and then tap the Block Calls option.
Step 4: Tap Block Calls from Unknown numbers.
Step 5: Now set the blocking conditions, such as the days and the time duration for which you want to block a number. You can also set your phone to ring if you get repeated calls from a number at a time.
How to block unknown callers on a Xiaomi smartphone
Step 1: Open the Phone app on your Xiaomi smartphone.
Step 2: Tap the three-dot button on the top.
Step 3: Now select Settings option from the menu.
Step 4: Next, tap Block all calls from unidentified callers option to complete the process.
How to Silence Unknown Callers on WhatsApp for iOS and Android
This WhatsApp feature is available on the stable versions of WhatsApp for mobile apps, for both Android and iOS.
While users will continue to receive this calls, silencing the unknown callers can avoid disturbances
- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the Silence Unknown Callers feature
- The feature was announced last week
- Users can also disable the toggle for ‘Silence Unknown Calls’ anytime
WhatsApp is making it easier for users to reject unwanted calls. The instant messaging app from Meta now allows to users to silence spam calls from unknown contacts. These calls can also be from numbers not saved in your contact list. The feature was announced earlier last week, and is available on the stable versions of WhatsApp for mobile apps, for both Android and iOS. The users will still be able to see when they miss a call from unknown numbers.
In an announcement last week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced a new feature that allows WhatsApp users to silence incoming calls from unknown contacts. The feature is currently available on stable versions for both WhatsApp for Android and iOS.
While users will continue to receive this calls, or a notification for a missed call if they fail to see it, silencing the calls from unknown numbers can avoid disturbances as these calls will not ring.
If you wish to put the calls from unknown number on your WhatsApp call on silent mode, here are the steps that you can follow:
1. Open the WhatsApp on your smartphone
2. Go to ‘Settings’, and select ‘Privacy’ option
3. In the ‘Privacy’ option, choose the ‘Calls’ tab
4. Here, you can enable the toggle for ‘Silence Unknown Calls’
Android users can access the ‘Settings’ by clicking on the there-dot option, while iPhone users can select the gear icon to reach the ‘Settings’ menu.
Also, the users can also disable the toggle for ‘Silence Unknown Calls’ if they wish to continue to hear the calls from contacts that are not saved in their contacts, including spam calls.
Alternatively, users can opt to choose to save the numbers in their contact lists if they do not wish to miss important calls from known numbers that are not saved.
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