How to Unblock a Number: A Complete Guide

Have you accidentally blocked a number and now want to unblock it? Whether you’re using an Android, iPhone, WhatsApp, or even a landline, this guide will walk you through the steps to unblock a number easily. We’ll also cover how to unblock a private number, codes to unblock numbers, and answer some common FAQs.

How to Unblock a Number on Android

If you’ve blocked someone on your Samsung or any other Android device, follow these steps:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Tap the three-dot menu and select Settings or Blocked numbers.
3. Find the number you want to unblock and tap Remove or Unblock.

How to Unblock a Number on iPhone

To unblock a number on iPhone, follow these simple steps:

1. Go to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts.
2. Swipe left on the number and tap Unblock.

The process is the same for newer models like the iPhone 13 or iPhone 14.

How to Unblock a Number on WhatsApp

If you’ve blocked someone on WhatsApp, here’s how to unblock a number on WhatsApp:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings .
2. Tap Privacy > Blocked contacts.
3. Select the contact and tap Unblock.

How to Unblock a Number on a Landline

If you’ve blocked a number on your landline, check your phone’s manual or try these steps:

1. Dial *** (varies by provider) to access call blocking settings.
2. Follow the prompts to unblock a number on a landline.

Code to Unblock Number

If your number is blocked by someone else, you can try using *82 before dialing to unblock a private number temporarily.

FAQs: How to Unblock a Number

How do I unblock a blocked number?

Follow the steps above based on your device (Android, iPhone, WhatsApp, or landline).

How do you unblock a number on an iPhone?

Go to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts and remove the number.

How do I use 82 to unblock my number?

Dial *82 before the number to temporarily unblock the caller ID.

How can I call someone who blocked me?

You can use a different number, dial *67 (to hide your number), or try calling from a private number.

Conclusion

Now you know how to unblock a number on any device, whether an Android, iPhone, WhatsApp, or landline. If you need to unblock a private number, use the code *82.