Just find the number you want to block from your list of recent callers. You can manage blocked numbers by going to your phone settings and choosing the Phone option. You'll then be able to click into a list of numbers that are blocked on your iPhone. Android users can block numbers in the call log. You'll then be given the option to add the number to your reject list, which should stop the nuisance calls and texts.
As well as nuisance calls, companies are increasingly sending out junk texts in the hope of getting a response. Marketing texts from a reputable company usually just get sent to customers who have opted in to receive promotional information.
Alternatively, a lot of companies will give you the option of unsubscribing by texting the word STOP. Unsolicited spam texts usually sound similar to nuisance phone calls. That will confirm that your number is in use, so they will keep spamming you. They could also sell your number on to injury claim specialists, PPI firms or other companies who may bombard you with unsolicited calls and texts.
If caught, spammers can face hefty fines, although they change their details so regularly that very few are ever caught. You can help limit the number of spam texts you get by only giving out your mobile number when absolutely necessary, using a landline number where possible, and not listing your number online.
While you can block individual numbers in your phone settings, there are plenty of free apps out there that will give you more control over who contacts you. The app is easy to use and will help you identify the calls you want to pick up, while automatically blocking the ones you want to avoid. The information about the number will then show alongside the incoming call or message, so you can choose whether or not to accept the phone call.
Hiya will also check the content of texts for any malware and viruses to help keep your device safe. Mr Number is a straightforward call blocker that can pinpoint and block specific numbers, as well as blocking calls based on area codes. You can block individual numbers, all unknown contacts, or all phone numbers beginning with certain digits, such as all numbers. Truecaller uses a large, community-powered spam list created by the combined effort of more than million users from all around the world.
You can get Truecaller on your iPhone or Android phone. It lets you permanently block numbers, preventing them from contacting you in any way. It will even inform nuisance callers that your number is no longer in service.
You can download the app onto your Android or iPhone. As well as receiving nuisance calls on your mobile, more and more of us are finding that our landlines are becoming targets of junk calls.
But what can you do about it? Here are some of our top tips:. This is a completely free service that allows you to opt out of unsolicited calls entirely — on paper, at least. In practice, unwanted calls still find a way through.
But it's still a smart step to take. To register your mobile or landline number, you just have to call Alternatively, from a mobile you can just text "TPS" and your e-mail address to You'll know you've been successful in signing up if you receive a text reply from the TPS.
There may be a charge for the text on some networks; however, for most users, the text should be included within their bundle. Find out more here: Telephone Preference Service.
As well as calls from international and withheld numbers, it allows you to bar unknown callers, too. Showing results for. Search instead for. Did you mean:. How can I block a mobile number?
Go to solution. Anonymous Not applicable. Hi everyone, I need to block a number as i'm getting abusive texts from it Problem is I don't know how to block a number?
Any ideas? Thanks in advance Solved! Message 1 of All forum topics Previous Topic Next Topic. Accepted Solutions. Message 4 of Hi What mobile are you using? If you have an iPhone running iOS 7 you can block any numbers. May be worth changing phones if it's causing you hassle. Message 2 of In response to Anonymous. Message 3 of Can't find what you're looking for? Need help with your device? Take a look at our useful self-help guide.
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