Why is my iPhone not ringing during incoming phone calls?

Your iPhone may not ring due to Silent Mode, Do Not Disturb, or Focus being enabled. Also, check the volume level, blocked contacts, and ringtone settings. Bluetooth connections to headphones or glitches may also mute calls. Restarting the device or updating iOS can often resolve these issues.
 
If your iPhone isn't ringing during incoming calls, it could be due to a few common reasons — usually related to settings, sound modes, or software bugs.
 
If your iPhone isn’t ringing during incoming calls, it could be due to Do Not Disturb or Focus mode being enabled, the Ring/Silent switch being set to silent, low volume settings, or a blocked number. Sometimes, issues like software glitches or outdated iOS can also cause the problem. Checking these settings usually fixes the issue.
 
  1. Silent switch – Make sure the side switch isn’t set to silent.
  2. Volume – Turn up the ringer volume (Settings > Sounds & Haptics).
  3. Focus/Do Not Disturb – Ensure Focus or DND is off.
  4. Blocked numbers – Verify the caller isn’t blocked.
  5. Unknown callers – Turn off “Silence Unknown Callers” (Settings > Phone).
  6. Bluetooth – Calls may be going to a connected device.
  7. Restart iPhone – Simple reboot often fixes it.
If it still won’t ring, update iOS or reset all settings.
 
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