Block calls/text on Apple Watch w/Family Setup

Can you block calls/texts to Apple Watch that is paired via Family Setup with an adult? Bought watch for grandmother with no iphone. She's now getting endless spam calls and texts. But, she doesn't have an iPhone to block and I can't find controls to block from my phone.

Posted on Aug 27, 2021 10:47 AM

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2 replies

javaliga

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120,173 points

Aug 27, 2021 11:20 AM in response to Aloha_Aina

See step 9 in:

Set up an Apple Watch for a family member - Apple Support

and then see the 'Communication Limits' section in::

Use Screen Time on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Aloha_Aina Author

Level 1

8 points

Aug 27, 2021 11:56 AM in response to javaliga

Thank you, appreciate it!

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