How to See Missed Calls from Blocked Numbers on iPhone

Apple allows users to block numbers by automatically rejecting their calls. This feature will not notify you when the blocked number calls. However, you might want to check if you have missed calls from blocked numbers.

Regrettably, the call-blocking feature does not provide a direct function to view missed calls from blocked numbers. That is why this post takes you through some indirect but stress-free methods to see missed calls from blocked numbers on your iPhone.

How to See Missed Calls from Blocked Numbers on iPhone

As we have mentioned, there is no direct way to see missed calls from blocked numbers. Even after you unblock the number, you will still not see records of missed calls during blocking. So we have identified three workarounds for you to use.

1Check Your Voicemail

If a blocked member has tried to reach you several times, they may decide to leave you a voicemail. The voicemail may not justify the number of times they have called or how long they have been trying. However, if they leave a voicemail, all these details may be verbally communicated by them. Here are the steps to check your voicemail:

1. Open the Phone app on your device.

   

2. Click on the Voicemail icon at the bottom of the screen.

   

3. Navigate through the options to the Blocked Messages section.
   
4. Listen to the voicemails to identify missed calls from blocked numbers.

You will not receive a notification for blocked voicemails. In other words, you might not know they have sent a voicemail if you do not check the Blocked Messages folder. If your mailbox is full, new voicemails will not be saved. That way, you will not be able to tell if the blocked number has called you.

2Contact Your Carrier

Even when the call-blocking feature is turned on, your carrier still keeps a record of all your calls. Contacting your carrier gives you access to all your call history including those from blocked numbers. When you contact your carrier customer support, you can request your call log. However, they may ask you to offer legal or work-related evidence.

Some Carriers even allow users to check their entire call log via their apps. For instance, if you have the Verizon Call Filter installed on your iPhone before blocking numbers, you can see the missed calls from the app. However, AT&T’s “Call Protect: ActiveArmor” and T-Mobile’s “Scam Shield” do not seem to offer this feature.

Carrier support might not provide detailed call logs immediately if it is not available on an app. Also, some carriers may charge a fee for call log requests.

3View Other Apple devices with the Same Apple ID

This method is the least reliable. It is contingent on your other Apple devices not being in sync with your iPhone. For instance, your Mac, iWatch, iPad, or other devices may receive notifications due to delayed iCloud sync. The delay may be caused by differences in the iOS version, internet connection, or another software issue.

Hence, if you use multiple Apple devices signed in with the same Apple ID, some calls may appear on another device. Even when you have other Apple devices, those devices must have the same Apple ID to receive call notifications. If not, this method would not work.

How Does Call Blocking Work on iPhone?

When you block a call on your iPhone, it ensures that your device does not ring. It automatically rejects the incoming call. You would not even be notified at all that the contact tried reaching you. Therefore, when you check your call logs there will be no indication of the blocked numbers.

When a blocked number tries to call you, the call might sound like your number is not in service or simply not connecting. Afterward, the call is routed to voicemail so they won't know they've been blocked. Even though the blocked call has been routed to voicemail, you will not receive a notification about the voicemail.

When you finally unblock the number after several attempted calls, you will still not see records of missed calls from the number. You will only see calls made after unblocking.

However, the recorded voicemail of the blocked number is stored in your Phone app. You can access their voicemail under the Blocked Messages section.

While there is no full record of missed calls from blocked numbers on your iPhone, your carrier keeps a full record of all incoming calls. Their record includes calls from blocked numbers which is not recorded in your Phone’s call history.

Alternative Ways to Reduce Unwanted Calls

These three solutions will help you avoid unwanted calls while you can still see your missed call logs.

Enable Silence Unknown Callers

A close substitute to blocking numbers is the silence of unknown callers. While blocking numbers works for saved contacts, silencing unknown numbers works for strangers and spam calls. This feature sends unknown callers directly to voicemail. It logs their calls in the Phone’s call history. Here are the steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your device.
2. Click on the Phone setting.
3. Select Silence Unknown Callers.
4. Toggle on the feature.

Use a Focus Mode

Focus mode silences calls by default. However, you will be notified using the caption Focused or Silenced depending on your customization. The feature can be customized to allow only specific contacts to call you while filtering others. Hence, you can manage distractions while keeping track of work and personal calls.

1. Open the Settings app on your device.
2. Click on the Focus setting.
3. Select a Focus mode or create a new one.
4. Tap People under Allowed Notifications.
5. Add contacts you want to receive calls from.
6. Other calls will be silenced but still appear in your call log.

Try Third-party Tools

You can use third-party apps to block numbers and still see their missed calls. These apps provide you additional control over calls on your phone by limiting disturbing calls. A good example is AirDroid Parental Control. This app can block numbers and allow you to see missed calls from blocked numbers. Although the feature is only available for Android at the moment, it will soon be accessible on iOS devices. When you use it to block calls, you will be able to remotely see blocked calls from any device including an iPhone.

Final Thoughts

Keeping known and unknown disturbances off your iPhone is highly essential. However, the iPhone’s number-blocking feature does not allow users to see missed calls from blocked numbers. Hence, this article considers some of the indirect and alternative solutions.

For instance, you can check voicemail, contact your carrier, or use additional Apple devices to look for missed calls from blocked numbers. Furthermore, you can control call distractions and see missed calls by using Silence Unknown Callers, Focus mode, or third-party apps like AirDroid Parental Control.