One of the most frequently asked questions by iPhone users is: "Can I find or access voicemails, numbers, or messages from blocked contacts on my iPhone?" In this article, we’ll break down exactly how you can locate (or why you can’t locate) each type of blocked communication — voicemails, numbers, and messages — and explain what Apple allows and restricts in 2025.
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📞 How to Find Blocked Voicemails on iPhone
Can You Access Voicemails from Blocked Numbers?
Blocked callers can still leave voicemails on your iPhone, but these are not stored in the main voicemail inbox.
Where to Find Blocked Voicemails
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Open the Phone app.
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Tap the Voicemail tab in the bottom-right corner.
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Scroll to the bottom and look for a section labeled Blocked Messages or Blocked Voicemails (naming may vary by carrier).
These voicemails are typically silent and do not trigger notifications. If you don’t see this folder, it’s possible that your carrier does not support storing blocked voicemails separately — check with your service provider.
☎️ How to Find Blocked Numbers on iPhone
Viewing the List of Blocked Contacts
Apple makes it easy to view all blocked numbers across Phone, Messages, and FaceTime:
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Phone: Go to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts
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Messages: Go to Settings > Messages > Blocked Contacts
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FaceTime: Go to Settings > FaceTime > Blocked Contacts
These lists are synced system-wide, meaning if you block a number in Messages, it will also be blocked in Phone and FaceTime.
Can You Search the Blocked List?
As of iOS 17 and iOS 18 beta, there is no built-in way to search or filter the blocked contacts list. You must scroll manually through the list.
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💬 How to Find Blocked Messages on iPhone
Are Blocked Messages Stored?
No. Once a number is blocked on iPhone, any SMS or iMessages from that contact are automatically rejected and not saved anywhere on the device.
Can You View Previously Blocked Messages?
Only messages received before a contact was blocked will remain in your message history. Once blocked, any new messages from that number are discarded silently — they cannot be retrieved later, even after unblocking the number.
What About Message Recovery?
Unless you have a full iPhone or iCloud backup created before blocking someone, there’s no way to recover blocked messages. If you do have a backup, restoring your device might bring back old conversations, but this is an extreme solution and should be used with caution.
🔍 Summary: What You Can and Can't Find
| Type | Can You Find It? | How to Access or View |
|---|---|---|
| Blocked Voicemails | Yes (Sometimes) | Phone > Voicemail > Blocked Messages |
| Blocked Numbers | Yes | Settings > Phone/Messages/FaceTime |
| Blocked Messages | No | Not stored or accessible post-block |
Final Thoughts
Apple provides limited access to communications from blocked contacts. While you can view blocked numbers and sometimes see voicemails from blocked callers, blocked messages are permanently lost. Understanding these boundaries helps you take better control of your privacy while setting realistic expectations about what can be retrieved.
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