Whether they’re from someone you know or an unsolicited telemarketer, spam text messages are a pain. They clog up your inbox and take up valuable time.
Fortunately, it’s easy to block unwanted message senders and callers in your Messages app. Here’s how to do it.
Unknown callers
The Messages app on your iPhone offers a number of features that can help you block unwanted message senders and callers. The easiest way to do this is through a filter that blocks messages from particular addresses.
Alternatively, you can add the name or number of the person you want to block to your Blocked list. Then, all future texts from that contact will be blocked automatically.
However, keep in mind that this will only apply to the number you have added to your list. This means that you might still receive text messages from other people who are also on your Blocked list, such as family members or friends.
Fortunately, you can also use apps that help you stop robocalls and spam calls. These tools are available for both iOS and Android, and they work by flagging incoming calls based on small signals that indicate a robocall or a scam.
Unknown text messages
Spam text messages are an annoying nuisance that clog up SMS inboxes. They also pose a security threat to your phone, so it’s best to avoid clicking any links included in spam texts and block the sender as soon as you recognize their tactics.
Many phones have built-in message filters to declutter your inbox. However, they may not weed out messages from unknown senders, especially those that aren’t part of your regular contacts.
Fortunately, you can block unwanted message senders and callers in Messages on iPhones. It’s a quick and easy way to declutter your SMS inbox.
But it won’t stop them from contacting you via other methods, like calling or messaging through WhatsApp. In fact, some of them may even use this method to send you a text that looks similar to the one you’re trying to block.
Unwanted callers
If you receive unwanted calls or text messages, there are a few ways to block them. Some phones have native number blocking abilities, and there are also some free apps you can download.
While it is difficult to stop all incoming spam texts and calls, you can take steps to reduce them and ensure they do not continue to get in the way of your daily life. For example, you can report them to your cellular carrier and ask for them to be removed from your caller list.
Alternatively, you can create a message filter that automatically disposes of messages from specific senders. This is a great option if you’re concerned about robocalls or spam, and it’s easy to do.
For more information on limiting unwanted calls, visit the National Do Not Call Registry, which gives you the ability to report and stop unwanted telemarketers from calling you. You can use it to block calls from certain people, and if they don’t remove their numbers from the list after 31 days, you can file a complaint with the FTC.
Unwanted text messages
If you’re looking to stop unwanted text messages, you can do so in Messages on Android and iPhone. You can also block them using your cell phone carrier or third-party apps, and there’s a number you can report spam texts to.
Getting spam messages on your mobile device can be frustrating, expensive, and downright annoying. Fortunately, you can nip the problem in the bud before your next billing statement arrives.
To block a contact, open the Messages app and tap the name or phone number that texted you. A small info button should appear at the top of your screen, which you can click to see more information about a person or number.
From there, you can tap the right facing arrow next to the name, phone number, or address which texted you and select Block contact. This will automatically prevent this person from sending you text messages again. You can also remove the contact from your blocked list by swiping left and tapping Unblock.
