Where to find blocked contacts on your Samsung phone

To unblock a contact on Samsung, open the Phone app, tap the three-line menu (usually at the bottom or top right), and look for Settings or Call settings. From there, find Blocked numbers or Block list — the exact name depends on your Samsung model and Android version. You'll see a list of every number or contact you've blocked.

If you use Samsung Messages instead of the default phone app, the blocked contacts list is in a different place. Open Messages, tap the three-dot menu at the top right, go to Settings, then Blocked contacts. Some Samsung phones also let you manage blocks through Contacts app directly — open it, find the contact, tap the three-dot menu next to their name, and look for an unblock option.

The exact steps shift slightly between Samsung One UI versions (the software layer Samsung adds on top of Android). If you can't find the option in one place, check your phone's Settings app under Apps > Phone > Permissions or Advanced, or search "blocked" in your Settings search bar at the top.

Key Takeaways

  • Blocked contacts live in your Phone app's Settings under Blocked numbers, or in Messages under Blocked contacts, depending on which app you use.
  • Once you find the blocked contact, tap it and select Unblock or Remove from block list to restore calls and messages from that number.
  • Unblocking a contact does not send them a notification — they won't know you've unblocked them unless you tell them.
  • If you blocked a contact by accident, you can unblock them the same way, and any messages or calls they send will come through normally again.

Unblocking a contact in the Phone app

Once you're in your blocked numbers list, find the contact you want to unblock. Tap on it — most Samsung phones will show options including Unblock, Remove from block list, or a trash icon. Tap whichever option appears, and the contact is unblocked when ready.

After you unblock them, calls and text messages from that number will come through normally again. You won't see a notification that you've unblocked them, and they won't receive one either. If they've been trying to reach you while blocked, you won't see those missed calls or messages — they're gone. Only new calls and messages after unblocking will arrive.

Unblocking through the Messages app

If you blocked the contact through Samsung Messages, you need to unblock them there too. Open Messages, tap the three-dot menu, go to Settings, then Blocked contacts. Find the number in the list, tap it, and select Unblock or Remove.

Blocking in Messages is separate from blocking in the Phone app — unblocking one doesn't unblock the other. If you want to fully restore contact with someone, check both places and unblock them in each app where they appear on a block list.

Unblocking from the Contacts app

Some Samsung phones let you manage blocks directly from your Contacts app. Open Contacts, search for or scroll to the person you want to unblock, tap their name to open their contact card, then tap the three-dot menu at the top right. Look for Unblock or Remove from blocked and tap it.

This method is faster if you remember the person's name but not their number. It also shows you the contact's full information while you're unblocking them, so you can confirm you're unblocking the right person.

What happens after you unblock someone

Once unblocked, the contact can call you, send text messages, and reach you through any messaging app. They won't see any notification that you've unblocked them — Samsung doesn't send alerts for unblocking. If they try to call while they're still blocked and then you unblock them later, those missed calls won't appear in your call history.

If you want to block them again in the future, the process is the same: find their contact, tap the menu, and select Block. You can block and unblock the same contact as many times as you need.

Unblocking multiple contacts at once

If you've blocked several people and want to clear them all, you'll need to unblock them one at a time — Samsung doesn't have a "clear all blocks" button. Open your blocked list, tap each contact, and select Unblock. It takes a few seconds per contact, but it's straightforward.

If you have a very long block list and want to start fresh, some Samsung phones let you reset your phone's settings, but that's a much larger step that affects more than just blocks. Unblocking individually is the safer choice.

Troubleshooting if you can't find the blocked list

If the blocked numbers option isn't where you expect it, try searching for it directly. Open Settings, tap the search bar at the top, and type "blocked" — your phone will show you where the blocked contacts list is on your specific model. This works on most Samsung phones running recent Android versions.

If you're using a third-party phone app instead of Samsung's default Phone app, the blocked list will be in that app's settings, not in the system settings. Check the app's menu for a Blocked contacts or Block list option. If you're not sure which app you're using, open the Phone app and check its name at the top of the screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the person know I unblocked them?

No. Samsung doesn't send notifications when you unblock someone. They'll only know if you tell them, or if they try to contact you and suddenly their calls or messages go through after being blocked.

Can I unblock someone without them knowing?

Yes. Unblocking is silent — there's no notification on their end. You can unblock them and they'll have no way to know unless you reach out to them first.

What if I blocked someone by accident?

You can unblock them the same way you'd unblock anyone else. Go to your blocked list, find their name or number, and tap Unblock. After that, their calls and messages will come through normally.

Do I need to unblock in both the Phone app and Messages app?

Only if you blocked them in both places. Check your blocked list in each app — if they appear in one but not the other, you only need to unblock them where they're blocked. Blocking in one app doesn't automatically block them in the other.

Will I see messages they sent while they were blocked?

No. Messages and calls sent while someone was blocked don't appear in your history after you unblock them. Only new messages and calls after unblocking will come through.