In the past, when I dialed *67 followed by a number, the call would go through anonymously and sometimes trigger an automated message saying, “Sorry, this number has been changed or disconnected,” even though I knew the number was still active. I’m now using an iPhone 16, and I want to replicate this from the other side: If someone tries to call me using *67 (appearing as “No Caller ID”), I want their call to be met with a message that says my number has been changed or disconnected.
How can I set up my iPhone to do this? Is there a specific setting, third-party app, or carrier feature that would allow me to block calls with “No Caller ID” and have them receive that kind of disconnected message?
There are a few options you have when it comes to blocking unwanted calls. Here is a link with some settings through the phone itself.
https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/block-or-avoid-unwanted-calls-iphe4b3f7823/ios
In addition, we have the Verizon Call Filter app that can block unwanted calls too! Take a look this link for details on that.
https://www.verizon.com/solutions-and-services/add-ons/protection-and-security/call-filter/#
If you have any questions, let us know!
-Meg
Will these features specifically say that my number has been changed or disconnected?
Great question Ann50! When calling a number not in service, an automated message will play such as "The number you have dialed has been changed, disconnected, or is no longer in service"."
-Deb
Your best bet is probably to use a 3rd party app that allows you to block anonymous callers. Some are free, others require a subscription. There's an iPhone feature which lets you silence anonymous calls, but then they get directed to voicemail, so some spammers will then end up on your voicemail instead.
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