When you block someone on your phone, it means that their number will no longer be able to call or message you. So, what happens when a blocked person tries to text you? Well, the answer to that question depends on a few factors, such as the type of phone you have and how you’ve configured your settings.
In general, when a blocked person tries to text you, they will not be able to successfully deliver their message. However, exactly what they will experience when they try to text you can vary based on a few different factors. Here are some possible scenarios:
- They will receive a “message not delivered” notification: Depending on your phone and messaging app, the blocked person may receive a notification that their message was not delivered. This could be a generic message that simply says “message not delivered” or something more specific, such as “you are not authorized to message this user.” Essentially, this means that the message was blocked before it ever reached your phone.
- The message will appear to be sent, but you won’t receive it: In some cases, the blocked person’s message may appear to be sent on their end, but you will not receive it on your phone. This could happen if the message is blocked by your phone carrier or if the sender is using a messaging app that doesn’t recognize that they’ve been blocked. In this scenario, the sender may assume that you received their message, but you won’t actually see it.
- The message will go to your spam folder: Depending on your phone and messaging app settings, the blocked person’s message may be redirected to your spam folder instead of being blocked entirely. This means that the message will not appear in your main inbox, but you may be able to find it if you check your spam folder. If you do receive a message from a blocked person in your spam folder, you can either delete it or mark it as spam to prevent future messages from that sender.
- The message will be delivered, but you won’t receive a notification: In some cases, the blocked person’s message may be delivered to your phone, but you won’t receive a notification that you’ve received a new message. This could happen if you’ve turned off notifications for that specific messaging app or if your phone is in “do not disturb” mode. In this scenario, you would have to manually check your messages to see if the blocked person has sent you anything.
Overall, when you block someone and they try to text you, they will generally not be able to successfully deliver their message. However, the specifics of what happens next can depend on a variety of factors. It’s worth noting that while blocking someone can prevent them from messaging you directly, it may not stop them from trying to contact you through other means, such as social media or email. If you’re concerned about someone’s behavior, it may be worth reaching out to a trusted friend, family member, or professional for support.