Determining whether one has received messages from a blocked contact on an Android device necessitates accessing the specific application used for communication. The method varies depending on whether the blocked contact communicated via SMS/MMS, a messaging application like WhatsApp or Telegram, or a different medium. For instance, in the native Android messaging app, blocked numbers’ texts are typically filtered and not displayed in the main conversation list. Instead, these texts may be stored in a separate blocked messages section, if the application provides one.
The ability to view potential communications from blocked numbers can serve several purposes. It may be necessary for legal reasons, such as gathering evidence of harassment. It can also provide closure or allow one to assess whether the situation that led to the blocking has changed. Historically, access to such filtered communications has been limited, requiring third-party applications or technical workarounds. Modern operating systems and applications are increasingly incorporating features to manage blocked contacts, including the option to review their messages.