Apple iPhone Xs

Apple iPhone Xs

iOS 18

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Ignore calls from unknown numbers on your Apple iPhone Xs iOS 18

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You can set your phone to ignore calls from unknown phone numbers which are not saved in your address book. When you get a call from an unknown phone number, it will be diverted to your voicemail and is shown as a missed call on the call list.

Step 1 of 6

1. Find "Silence Unknown Callers"

Press Settings.

Step 2 of 6

1. Find "Silence Unknown Callers"

Press Apps.

Step 3 of 6

1. Find "Silence Unknown Callers"

Press Phone.

Step 4 of 6

1. Find "Silence Unknown Callers"

Press Silence Unknown Callers.

Step 5 of 6

2. Ignore calls from unknown numbers

Press the indicator next to "Silence Unknown Callers" to turn on the function.

Step 6 of 6

3. Return to the home screen

Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.

1. Find "Silence Unknown Callers"

Press Settings.

Press Apps.

Press Phone.

Press Silence Unknown Callers.

2. Ignore calls from unknown numbers

Press the indicator next to "Silence Unknown Callers" to turn on the function.

3. Return to the home screen

Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.