Can a Blocked Caller Leave a Voicemail Android (Expert-Advice)

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Updated on December 12, 2022

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Blocked callers cannot leave voicemails on Android devices. If you received a call from someone who is blocked, you can block that caller again or ignore the call.

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Most Android devices allow blocked callers to leave voicemails. Some devices, like the Samsung Galaxy S4, even allow you to see the voicemail the blocked caller left before you decide to block them again.

Will Someone Get a Voicemail if They Blocked You Android

If someone on your phone block you, you won’t be able to call them or text them, but you can still get their voicemail. You’ll get one ring, then go right to voicemail. You’re free to leave a voicemail, although it won’t go directly to the recipient’s inbox.

Can Someone Leave a Voicemail if They Are Blocked

Some people might want to communicate with someone who is blocked but they don’t want that communication to be visible to the person being blocked. In these cases, the person blocked can leave a voicemail. However, the blocked person won’t get a notification that the call was blocked, and the voicemail will be sent even if the person being blocked is blocked.

How Do I Stop a Blocked Number From Leaving a Voicemail Android

To stop blocked numbers from leaving voicemails, you can either call your service provider, or use a third-party tool.

Go to your Phone app settings.

Tap the three vertical dots on the top-right corner of the screen.

You will see a drop-down menu.

Click on Call Settings.

Tap Reject Calls.

Press the + icon.

Now, you will be able to choose which calls to reject. You can choose to reject calls from any number, or you can select specific numbers.

When you reject a call, it will not go through to the recipient.

Why Do Blocked Calls Go to Voicemail

Blocked calls go to voicemail when the number you are trying to reach has called restrictions. This means that the person who called the number may not be allowed to call or text you.

What Message Will a Blocked Caller Get

If someone you don’t want to talk to calls, you can block their number on your phone. This means that they won’t be able to call you, and you won’t be able to call them.