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Unknown calls on WhatsApp can often be a nuisance and a privacy risk. In such cases, you should definitely use the app's Silence Unknown Callers feature. Turning on this setting will silence unwanted calls. Let's learn more about this feature in detail.

Anyone who has your phone number can call you on WhatsApp. Sometimes, calls come from numbers you've never contacted or saved before. In such situations, you can either block the number or change your privacy settings to silence unknown calls. Silencing unknown calls frees you from unnecessary calls and keeps your privacy safe.

Benefits of silencing unknown callers

The advantage is that unwanted spam or scam calls won't disturb you repeatedly. The good thing is that these calls don't disappear completely; they are recorded in WhatsApp's call history. This allows you to call back later if needed. Additionally, this feature strengthens your privacy, as only your known contacts can reach you directly.

How to turn on Silence Unknown Callers on Android phones?

• First, open WhatsApp on your phone.
• Tap on the three dots in the upper-right corner.
• Now go to the Settings option.
• Tap on Privacy.
• Scroll down to the Calls section.
• Turn on the Silence Unknown Callers toggle.

How to turn on Silence Unknown Callers on iPhones?

1. First, open the WhatsApp app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on the Settings option in the bottom right corner.
3. Now go to the Privacy option.
4. Scroll down a bit and tap on Calls.

Turn on the Silence Unknown Callers toggle. You can see calls from unknown numbers in the Calls tab and notifications, but your phone won't ring. If you wish, you can call the unknown number back from the Calls tab. Alternatively, you can view the call details by tapping on the "Silenced unknown caller" message that appears within the chat.

It's important to note that if you call or message the silenced caller, their future calls will no longer be silenced. If you don't want to receive calls from a particular WhatsApp user at all, you can block them.