Android: block calls and SMS - how it works
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If you are bothered by calls or SMS, you can block the contacts on your Android smartphone at any time. We'll show you step by step how to set up the lock so that the annoyances are over.
Block calls and SMS: Add contacts to the block list
Most manufacturers have integrated a function to block certain callers in their own phone app. How to block calls from unwanted numbers. The following example is based on a device from Huawei, the instructions may differ slightly from other manufacturers.
Step 1:
First open the phone app on your smartphone and look for the desired contact in the list of callers.
Step 2:
Hold your finger on the entry. Then a menu appears. Select the option "Add to blocked contacts list" or "Block number".
Step 3:
Sometimes you have to confirm the process again with "Block". You can release the number in the same way if necessary.
Tip:
Above or below, you will often find a so-called blacklist or harassment filter in the menu. Here you have an overview of all blocked callers. Depending on your smartphone, you will find further settings here, for example you can block messages using various keywords.
Android: block calls and SMS via app
Unfortunately, on some smartphones there is no function to block calls or messages. However, various apps can help here.
- For example, you can use the free "Calls Blacklist" app to block not only calls, but also SMS.
- Call Blocker is another useful free application. Incoming text messages are not completely lost here, but can be viewed secretly later.
Redirection via the mailbox
A simple method that is possible with almost every smartphone is redirection via the mailbox. However, this is only worthwhile if you are not using your mailbox anyway, otherwise you will be notified when you call. The caller who is forwarded to the mailbox only hears the busy signal in an unused mailbox and cannot leave a message.
- Select the contact you want.
- Open the associated settings.
- Place a checkmark behind "All calls to mailbox" in the checkbox.
In the next practical tip we will show you how to activate the do not disturb mode on your smartphone.