Where to find the blocked numbers list on your Samsung
To unblock a phone number on a Samsung phone, you start in the Phone app. Open the Phone app, then tap the three-dot menu icon (usually in the top right corner). Look for an option called "Settings" or "Call settings." From there, find "Block numbers" or "Blocked contacts"—the exact wording depends on your Samsung model and Android version, but it will be in this menu.
Once you open the blocked numbers list, you will see every phone number and contact you have blocked. The list shows the date each number was blocked. If you do not see a blocked numbers option in the Phone app settings, check your Messages app instead—some Samsung phones store blocked numbers there, or you may have blocked the contact through your messaging app rather than your phone calls.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Phone app, tap the three-dot menu, go to Settings, and select Block numbers to see your full list of blocked contacts.
- Tap and hold the number you want to unblock, then select "Unblock" or swipe left on the contact to reveal the unblock option.
- If you blocked a number through your Messages app instead, you will need to unblock it there using the same process in the Messages settings.
- After unblocking, the person can call or text you again, and their messages will appear in your normal inbox instead of a blocked folder.
- Some Samsung phones let you block numbers directly from a contact card—unblocking works the same way through the blocked list.
How to unblock a single number
Once you have the blocked numbers list open, find the phone number or contact name you want to unblock. Tap and hold on that entry—a menu will pop up with options. Select "Unblock" or "Remove from blocked list" depending on your phone's version. The number is now unblocked when ready.
On some Samsung models, you can also swipe left on a blocked number to reveal an unblock button without opening a menu. Try this first—if it does not work, the tap-and-hold method will. Either way, the number is removed from your blocked list right away, and calls and texts from that person will come through normally again.
Unblocking through your Messages app
If you blocked a number while texting, you may need to unblock it in the Messages app instead of the Phone app. Open Messages, tap the three-dot menu, and look for "Settings" or "Blocked contacts." Find the number in that list and tap it, then select "Unblock."
Some Samsung phones keep separate blocked lists for calls and texts, so a number might be unblocked for calls but still blocked for messages, or vice versa. If someone says they cannot reach you but you thought you unblocked them, check both the Phone app and Messages app to make sure the number is unblocked in both places.
What happens after you unblock a number
Once you unblock a phone number, that person can call you and their calls will ring through normally. Text messages from them will also arrive in your regular inbox instead of a blocked folder. You will see their name or number in your call log and message threads just as you would for any other contact.
Unblocking does not send them a notification that you have unblocked them—they will not know unless you tell them. If they tried to call or text while they were blocked, those messages are usually deleted and will not reappear after you unblock the number. If you want to restore contact, you may need to reach out to them first.
Blocking a number again if you change your mind
If you unblock someone and then decide you want to block them again, the process is quick. Open the Phone app or Messages app, find their number or contact, tap and hold, and select "Block number" or "Block contact." You can also block a number directly from an incoming call by tapping the decline button and selecting the block option that appears.
You can block and unblock the same number as many times as you need to. There is no limit to how many numbers you can block, and blocked numbers stay on your blocked list until you remove them.
Unblocking contacts you saved in your phone
If you blocked someone who is saved as a contact in your phone (not just a random number), you can also unblock them through your Contacts app. Open Contacts, find the person's name, tap it to open their card, then tap the three-dot menu. Look for "Unblock" or "Remove from blocked list." This method unblocks them for both calls and texts.
Using the Contacts app to unblock can be easier if you remember the person's name but not their exact phone number. It also makes sure the contact is unblocked everywhere on your phone at once, rather than having to unblock them separately in the Phone and Messages apps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I unblock a number I do not have saved as a contact?
Yes. Open the Phone app, go to Settings, find Block numbers, and you will see a list of all blocked numbers whether or not they are saved contacts. Tap and hold the number and select Unblock. You do not need the person's name saved to unblock them.
Will the person know I unblocked them?
No. Unblocking sends no notification to the other person. They will only know if you tell them or if they try to call and the call goes through when it did not before.
What if I unblock someone but still do not see their old messages?
Messages sent while the number was blocked are usually deleted and do not reappear after unblocking. If you need to see those messages, you may have to ask the person to resend them.
Can I unblock multiple numbers at once?
Most Samsung phones require you to unblock numbers one at a time through the blocked list. Open the list, tap and hold each number, and select Unblock. There is no bulk unblock option on most models.
Where do I find the blocked list if my phone looks different?
Samsung phones running different Android versions have slightly different menu layouts. If you cannot find Block numbers in the Phone app, try the Messages app, or search "blocked" in your phone's Settings. You can also contact Samsung support with your specific model number for exact steps.