This guide will show you how to unblock a number on any Android phone, including Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, HTC, Asus Zenfone, and Huawei models. Unblocking a number allows you to receive calls and messages from it again.
How to unblock a number on your Android device
Follow these steps to unblock a phone number, tailored to your specific Android phone model.
Using the Google Phone app
- Open the Phone app. It has an icon that resembles a blue phone receiver. This method works on Google, Motorola, OnePlus, Lenovo, and other Android phone models.
- Tap the three dots icon (⋮) in the top-right corner of your screen.
- Tap Settings. It’s usually the second option in the menu.
- Tap Blocked numbers. A list of blocked phone numbers will appear. If you don’t see this option, return to the Phone app and tap ⁝ (at the top-right corner), select Settings, then Call blocking.
- Tap the x icon next to the number you wish to unblock. A confirmation message will appear.
- Tap Unblock. Calls from this phone number will once again come through to your phone.
Using a Samsung Galaxy
- Open the Phone app. It’s the phone receiver icon typically found near the bottom of the home screen.
- Tap Recents or Contacts. These are the second two tabs at the bottom of the screen.
- Tap the three dots icon (⁝) at the top of the screen.
- Tap Settings. It’s at the bottom of the menu.
- Tap Block numbers. This displays a list of your blocked numbers.
- Tap the minus icon (-) next to the number you wish to unblock. This removes the phone number from the blocked list. Also, make sure the toggle next to Block calls from unknown numbers is off if you want to receive those calls.
Using an HTC
- Open your HTC phone dialer. It has an icon that resembles a phone receiver. Phones like Alcatel are very similar and will have the same steps.
- Tap the three dots icon (⁝) in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Tap Settings. It’s in the menu that appears when you tap the icon with three dots.
- Tap Blocked numbers. A list of blocked numbers will appear.
- Tap and hold the number you wish to unblock. A menu will expand.
- Tap Unblock number. A confirmation message will appear.
- Tap OK. The selected contact is now unblocked.
Using an Asus Zenfone
- Open the Phone app. It has a blue icon with an image that resembles a phone receiver.
- Tap the three dots icon (⋮) in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Tap Settings. It’s at the bottom of the menu that appears when you tap the icon with three dots.
- Tap Blocked numbers. A list of blocked contacts and phone numbers will appear.
- Tap x next to the number you want to unblock. This displays a confirmation pop-up.
- Tap Unblock. This unblocks the number.
Using a Huawei phone
- Open the Phone app. It has an icon that resembles a phone receiver.
- Tap the three dots icon (⋮) in the upper-right corner of the screen.
- Tap Blocked. It’s in the menu that appears when you tap the icon with three dots.
- Tap the Gear icon. It’s in the upper-right corner. This opens the Settings menu.
- Tap Blocklist. This displays a list of your blocked numbers.
- Tap and hold the number you want to unblock. This displays a checkmark next to the number.
- Tap the checkbox next to any other numbers you want to unblock. This places a checkmark next to the number.
- Tap Remove. It’s the first option at the bottom of the screen. It has an icon that resembles a trashcan. This displays a confirmation pop-up.
- Tap Remove. It’s the red text in the confirmation pop-up. This removes the number from your list.
Why this matters
Managing your blocked numbers is important for maintaining clear communication and ensuring you don’t miss important calls. Over time, you might block numbers for various reasons, but circumstances can change, making it necessary to re-establish communication. Unblocking a number allows you to receive crucial information, reconnect with people, and prevent misunderstandings.
This process helps you retain control over who can contact you, adapting your phone settings to your current needs. It also ensures that your device is configured to serve your communication preferences effectively, preventing frustration from missed calls or undelivered messages.
