Generally, no, it is not possible to access voicemails left by numbers you have blocked on your device. The primary function of blocking a number is to prevent all communication from that specific contact from reaching you.
Understanding How Blocking Affects Voicemails
When you block a number, your device is typically configured to reject calls and messages from that number outright. This means the call doesn't even connect to your phone's voicemail system in the first place.
- Prevention of Connection: Blocking acts as a barrier, preventing calls from blocked numbers from reaching your device or ringing on your end. Since the call never technically connects to your phone, it cannot be routed to your personal voicemail inbox.
- Voicemail System Bypass: Your phone's voicemail system, which is usually part of your carrier's service, only records messages from calls that attempt to connect to your phone and are then unanswered or busy. If a call is blocked, it's typically disconnected before it can reach this stage.
Specifically for Android Devices: On an Android device, you cannot hear a voicemail from a number that you have banned. The design of the blocking feature ensures that calls and texts from blocked numbers do not reach your device at all. Consequently, your phone's voicemail system will not be able to access or store any voicemails left by numbers you have blocked.
Key Implications for Users
- You will not receive any notifications for voicemails left by blocked numbers.
- These voicemails will not appear in your standard voicemail inbox.
- The system is designed to entirely suppress communication from blocked contacts, ensuring privacy and preventing unwanted contact.
Essentially, by blocking a number, you are making a choice to sever all direct communication, including the ability for them to leave a message that would be accessible to you.
