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how to block a SCAMMER who keeps sending Texts

How do I Block a Scammer who keeps sending texts on Messages?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 15

Posted on Dec 11, 2021 2:48 PM

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Posted on Dec 11, 2021 3:24 PM

If the sender is using the same email, then you can easily block it.

  1. Open the message
  2. Tap the sender’s name at the very top of the screen
  3. Tap the info button
  4. Tap Block this Caller


If the sender is spoofing email or phone numbers, then the next step is rather drastic.


When a text message is successful, the sender will receive a confirmation (sent or received).


You will need to disable iMessage and SSM in order to tell the sender that your number is no longer accepting their unwanted messages.


They will usually stop after about a few days.


After that, you simply restore your iMessage and SSM.

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Dec 11, 2021 3:24 PM in response to MilesFG

If the sender is using the same email, then you can easily block it.

  1. Open the message
  2. Tap the sender’s name at the very top of the screen
  3. Tap the info button
  4. Tap Block this Caller


If the sender is spoofing email or phone numbers, then the next step is rather drastic.


When a text message is successful, the sender will receive a confirmation (sent or received).


You will need to disable iMessage and SSM in order to tell the sender that your number is no longer accepting their unwanted messages.


They will usually stop after about a few days.


After that, you simply restore your iMessage and SSM.

how to block a SCAMMER who keeps sending Texts

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