Welcome to this tutorial on how to block messages in iPhone! Blocking unwanted messages can be a great way to maintain your privacy and avoid distractions. In this article, we will explore different methods to block messages on your iPhone.
Block Messages from Unknown Senders
If you want to block messages from unknown senders, follow these steps:
- Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and tap on “Messages”.
- Enable the toggle switch for “Filter Unknown Senders”.
With this feature enabled, messages from unknown senders will be filtered into a separate list called “Unknown Senders” in the Messages app.
Blocking Messages from Saved Contacts
If you want to block messages from specific contacts saved in your phonebook, here’s what you need to do:
- Open the “Messages” app on your iPhone.
- Select the conversation with the contact you wish to block.
- Tap on the contact’s name or number at the top of the conversation screen.
- Scroll down and tap on “Block this Caller”.
You will no longer receive any messages or calls from this blocked contact. The blocked contact will not be notified that they have been blocked.
Unblocking Contacts
If you ever wish to unblock a contact, follow these simple steps:
- Navigate to “Settings” and tap on “Phone”.
- Select “Blocked Contacts”.
- You will see a list of all blocked contacts. Tap “Edit” in the top-right corner.
- Tap the red minus button next to the contact you want to unblock, then tap “Unblock”.
After unblocking a contact, you will be able to receive messages and calls from them again.
Blocking Messages from Specific Phone Numbers
If you want to block messages from specific phone numbers that are not saved in your contacts, follow these steps:
- Open the “Messages” app on your iPhone.
- Select the conversation with the phone number you wish to block.
- Tap on the phone number at the top of the conversation screen.
The messages and calls from this blocked phone number will no longer appear on your iPhone.
Note:
Blocking a contact or a phone number will not remove them from your contacts list or delete any existing conversations. It will only prevent new messages and calls from reaching you.
Now that you know how to block messages in iPhone, you can take control of who can reach out to you. Enjoy a more peaceful messaging experience!