Overview – Block Text Messages Android
Are you tired of
Automated Messages also called Robotext Messages delivered by institutions, by companies to acquire customers or
Spam texting by the Scammers to make the people fall into the trap, or
Your friend’s unstoppable texting after a breakup?
If Yes,
Cheers! This article is meant for you.
By the end of this article, you will be able to
– Block Direct Text Messages from Contacts,
– Block Messages from Unknown Contacts,
– Unblock the Blocked Text Messages.
Steps to Block Messages in Android Phones
Step #1: Open the Android Messages app from the app drawer.
Step #2: Tap on the Message that you want to block.
Step #3: Tap the three-dot (Kebab menu) on the top right of the screen.
Step #4: On the Details Page, tap the “Block Contact” button.
Step #5: In some devices, a pop-up will appear and you have to choose whether you want to report text messages as spam. If you check the option, then the spammer’s number and texts will be sent to Google. And in some devices delete conversation option appears.
Now, you know how to block messages on your android device.
That’s Great!But what if you block any of your important messages accidentally?
To tackle that scenario, you must know the proper way to unblock the messages as well, which I will tell you next.
Steps to unblock Messages in Android Phones
Step #1: Open the Android Messages app from the app drawer.
Step #2: Tap on the Message that you blocked previously.
Step #3: Tap the three-dot (Kebab menu) on the top right of the screen.
Step #4: Tap the “Blocked Messages” button.
Step #5: Tap the Message to unblock and then tap the “unblock” button.
Now, you know how to unblock messages.
That’s even better!Let’s get more advanced by enabling caller ID and Spam Protection for Enhanced Privacy and Security.
Steps to Enable Caller ID and Spam Protection in Android Phones
Enabling the Caller ID and Spam Protection option enables a service called Hiya (services depend on the device manufacturer), that will show names and profiles of callers and message senders who are not in contact and identify them if the sender seems suspected spam. If you don’t want to use this service, then you can use Truecaller services as well.
Step #1: Open the Android Messages app from the app drawer.
Step #2: Tap on the three-dots (Kebab menu) on the top right of the screen.
Step #3: Tap the Caller ID and spam protection option.
Step #4: Toggle on the Caller ID and spam protection on your android device.
Step #5: Now, toggle off the Share name and number option below.
Now, You know the ways to block and unblock messages.
Great! You made till here.
Let’s dive further to know the Advantages and Disadvantages of blocking messages.
Pros of blocking messages
AVOID DISTRACTIONS
To improve productivity, it is beneficial to block unknown messages to avoid unnecessary interruption during work hours.
REDUCED COGNITIVE LOAD
Blocking unknown spam messages can indirectly help to decrease cognitive load, as it releases unnecessary tension of sorting and managing the messages repeatedly.
Cons of blocking messages
UNCERTAINTY
Sometimes there is uncertainty that the unknown number is owned by our known friend or relative as he/she might have changed her contact number recently.
So, there is a possibility that he/she might not be able to stay in touch with you unless he/she texts from another number.
FAQ’s Related to Blocking Messages in Android
Will blocked messages come through when unblocked?
No, you will not be able to access the messages from the blocked caller. Whenever the blocked contact text, the servers will reject to receive the message.
Can you see if a blocked number has tried to text you?
No, once you block someone from texting, there is no way to see the messages that were sent to you while you had blocked the number. However, if you want to start receiving the messages again, you can unblock the contact number anytime.
How can you tell if someone blocked you?
There is no such way to identify if someone has blocked you, however, there are some hints or indicators such as when you send a message, ‘delivered’ text does not appear, etc, that can be used to determine if someone has blocked you.
Will no contact work if someone blocked me?
No, no contact will work if someone blocks you. However, you can use another number to contact that person.
Conclusion
So, considering the pros and cons, you can decide whether to use the call blocking feature or not.
We’ve addressed the following issues in this article to help you block and improve contact protection:
#1: Steps to block text messages on android phones without any 3rd party app.
#2: Steps to unblock text messages on android phones.
#3: Steps to enable Caller ID and Spam Protection in android phones.
So, did you Block the Text Messages ?
Let’s have a little discussion in the comments section for a minute.