Introduction
Are you a Safaricom user looking to gain more control over your incoming calls? Whether it’s for focusing on work, avoiding unwanted callers, or simply seeking a bit of peace, blocking incoming calls can be incredibly useful. In this post, I will guide you through the simple steps to block all incoming calls in Safaricom’s simcard but get notifications.
Step-by-Step Guide to Activate All Incoming Call Blocking:
- Understanding the Service:. Safaricom provides a call-blocking feature that allows you to forward all incoming calls to a specific number that is always off. This effectively prevents any calls from coming through to you.
- Activating Incoming Call Blocking: To activate this feature, simply follow these steps:
- Open the dialer on your Safaricom-connected phone.
- Dial *22* followed by the number 0722199199 and then #.
- Example: Enter* 22*0722199199# on your keypad.
- Press the call button.
- A confirmation message will appear, letting you know that your calls will now be redirected to this always-off number.
- Things to Keep in Mind:
- This service blocks all incoming calls, so ensure you really want to activate it and you will receive notification of the person that tried to call you.
How to Deactivate All Incoming Call Blocking:
- Deactivating the Service: When you’re ready to receive calls again, deactivating the service is easy.
- Open your phone’s dialer.
- Dial ##002#.
- Press the call button.
- After Deactivation: Once you’ve deactivated the service, you’ll be able to receive calls as usual.
FAQs:
- Is there a cost for using the call-blocking service?
- It is free of charge
- Can I block specific numbers instead of all incoming calls?
- Safaricom also offers services to block specific numbers. You can contact customer care for more details on this.
- What happens to the calls when the blocking service is active?
- Callers will typically be directed to above voicemail which is unreachable always thus the call cannot be completed and you will be notified about the attempted call.
