Calls from numbers not in your contacts go straight to voicemail. They will still show up in your "Recents" list. For Android Users Open the Phone app . Tap the three dots (Menu) and go to Settings . Tap Blocked Numbers . Toggle on Block Calls from Unidentified Callers . Why You Should Never Answer
When your screen displays "Unknown Caller," it typically means the person calling has intentionally masked their Caller ID. This is different from "No Caller ID" or "Restricted," though they often function the same way.
Some advanced scams record your voice (specifically you saying "Yes") to authorize fraudulent charges.
: If a caller intentionally masks their ID (using *67 ), even the Plus version may struggle to show their name. Verdict
: Effectively silences high-risk scammers at no cost.
"Unknown Caller" isn't a specific Verizon product, but rather a status that appears when your carrier cannot identify the incoming number. To manage these, Verizon offers the service. Verizon Call Filter Review
