What happens if you block someone and then delete their number?

Answered by Jason Smith

When you block someone and then delete their number, it is important to understand that these actions have different effects. Blocking a number on your phone is a feature that allows you to prevent calls, messages, and other forms of communication from that particular number. On the other hand, deleting a number simply removes it from your contacts list.

If you have blocked someone and then decide to delete their number, the number will remain blocked. Deleting the number from your contacts list does not automatically unblock it. The blocked status is stored separately from your contacts list, so removing the number from your contacts will not reverse the block.

The purpose of blocking a number is to prevent any form of communication from that specific person. By doing so, you are essentially creating a barrier between yourself and the blocked individual. This can be useful in situations where you want to avoid unwanted calls, messages, or any other form of contact.

Deleting the number from your contacts list, on the other hand, has no effect on the block. It simply removes the number from your list of saved contacts. This can be done for various reasons, such as decluttering your contacts or if you no longer need to communicate with that person.

It is worth mentioning that blocking someone only affects your phone. It does not prevent the blocked person from contacting you through other means, such as email or social media. If you wish to block someone completely, you may need to explore other blocking options on those platforms as well.

If you block someone and then delete their number, the number will remain blocked. Deleting the number from your contacts list will not remove the block. It is important to consider the implications of blocking and ensure that it aligns with your communication preferences.