How to block text messages on iPhone
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How can I block text messages on iPhone?
- Open the Messages app on your iPhone.
- Tap the conversation thread of the sender you want to block.
- Press the name or number at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and select “Info.”
- Scroll down and tap “Block this contact.”
- Confirm the action by pressing "Block contact".
How to unblock a blocked contact in iMessage?
- Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and select “Messages.”
- Scroll until you find the “Message and unknown contact” section and select “Blocked”.
- Swipe left on the contact you want to unblock.
- Press "Unlock".
Can I block text messages from an unknown sender on iPhone?
- Open the conversation with the unknown sender in the Messages app.
- Tap the name or number at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and select “Info”.
- Scroll down and tap “Block this contact.”
- Confirm the action by pressing "Block contact".
Can I block unknown phone numbers on iPhone?
- Unfortunately, you can't block unknown phone numbers on iPhone directly.
- However, you can silence notifications for text messages and calls from unknown numbers.
- Go to »Settings» and select «Phone».
- Activate the “Mute strangers” option.
What happens when I block someone on iMessage?
- When you block someone in iMessage, that contact's phone calls, text messages, and FaceTime will be blocked.
- You will not receive any notification when that person tries to contact you.
Can I block text messages from a specific number on iPhone?
- Yes, you can block text messages from a specific number on iPhone.
- Follow the same steps as you would block any other contact in the Messages app.
Can I block all text messages on iPhone?
- It is not possible to block all text messages on iPhone natively.
- However, you can mute text message notifications through settings in “Settings” and “Notifications.”
Can I block text messages from a contact on iPhone without them knowing?
- It is not possible to block text messages from a contact on iPhone without them knowing.
- The blocked person will not receive any notification that they have been blocked, but will notice that their messages are not delivered.
Can I block text messages from a contact on iPhone but still receive their calls?
- No, when you block a contact on iPhone, you also block their phone calls and FaceTime, not just your text messages.
- If you want to continue receiving their calls, you will have to unblock the contact only for calls.
How can I confirm if a contact has been blocked on my iPhone?
- Open the "Messages" app on your iPhone.
- Open the conversation with the contact you think you have blocked.
- If you can't see the "Writing..." or "Delivered" status, you may have successfully blocked that contact.
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