When doubt appears
A conversation suddenly goes quiet, calls don’t go through, and messages stop delivering. It could be bad signal or a busy day — but it might also mean you’ve been blocked. The good news is you don’t need to send unnecessary messages to find out.
Signs you may be blocked
Messages turned green
If your messages used to appear in blue bubbles and now they’re green, they’re being sent as standard SMS. This can happen if someone disables iMessage, switches phones or blocks your number. The colour alone proves nothing, but when paired with other signs, it becomes telling.
No delivery status
iMessage normally shows “Delivered” or “Read”. When those indicators suddenly disappear, even though they appeared before, it may mean your messages are no longer reaching the recipient. No status is a clear warning sign.
Calls and FaceTime won’t connect
Try calling: if the call always goes straight to voicemail, drops instantly or FaceTime doesn’t even attempt to connect, it may indicate you’ve been blocked. Of course, the person’s phone could be off, out of battery or in “Do Not Disturb” mode — but if it happens repeatedly, suspicion grows.
The contact profile changes
Sometimes a contact’s photo, name or shared details suddenly vanish, leaving a bare entry. The person could simply have signed out of iCloud or switched devices, but if it happens alongside a lack of communication, it adds up.
Checking with another Apple ID
The most direct way to check is to send a message from another device or Apple ID. If the message appears blue and shows a “Delivered” status, it suggests your main number or account has been blocked. No need to keep “trying your luck” — this answer is clear enough.
Why people block others
Blocking isn’t always personal or hostile. Someone may be tired of talking, want space or simply feel the conversation no longer matters. It can be a reaction to life rather than to you. Sometimes people just need to close the door for a bit — and that’s fine.
Should you do anything about it?
If you’re sure you’ve been blocked, trying to get through by creating new accounts or calling from random numbers won’t help. It doesn’t make you look determined — just intrusive. Giving the person space is often the most respectful move. If a conversation is meant to happen later, it will, without any pushing.
Bottom line: no single sign proves you’ve been blocked, but when green messages, missing delivery statuses, changed contact details and failed calls come together, the picture becomes clearer. The key is to understand what’s happening without taking it personally and without forcing communication.
