How do I know if someone blocked my texts?

To determine if someone has blocked your texts, you can look for several indicators, which vary depending on whether you and the recipient are using iPhones or Android devices.

For iPhone Users

• Delivery Status: If you send an iMessage and do not see the "Delivered" or "Read" status, it could be a sign that you have been blocked. Normally, you would see "Delivered" if the message was sent successfully, and "Read" if the recipient has read receipts enabled234.
• Message Color: If your messages suddenly switch from blue (iMessage) to green (SMS), it might indicate that the recipient has blocked you or is not using an iPhone. However, this can also happen if the recipient's phone is in airplane mode or if they have switched to an Android device34.
• Calls: If you call the person and the call goes directly to voicemail or rings only once before going to voicemail, it could be a sign that your number is blocked. Additionally, if you leave a voicemail, it may not reach the recipient's inbox23.

For Android Users

• Text Messages: Since Android devices do not have a built-in "delivered" notification, it is harder to tell if you have been blocked. Your text messages will appear to send normally, but they will not be delivered to the recipient. The lack of a response is a key indicator, but it is not definitive124.
• Calls: Similar to iPhone users, if your calls are consistently diverted to voicemail immediately or if you hear a pre-recorded message saying the number is "unavailable," it may indicate that your number has been blocked12.

General Tips

• Call from Another Phone: Try calling the person from a different phone number. If the call goes through normally from the other phone but not from your phone, it is likely that your number has been blocked23.
• Check Other Platforms: If the person has blocked you on their phone, they may also have blocked you on other messaging apps or social media platforms. Check if you can contact them through these channels3.
• Wait and Try Again: Sometimes technical issues or the recipient's phone settings (like Do Not Disturb or Airplane Mode) can mimic the signs of being blocked. Wait a few hours or a day and try contacting them again to see if the situation changes3.

Remember, there is no definitive way to know for sure if you have been blocked without the person telling you directly, as these methods can also be influenced by other factors such as phone settings or technical issues.