I am getting group messages that are not appropriate and not requested with 20 + phone #

How do I prevent unwanted group text messages from 20+ phone/ email addresses. All of whom I do not know!

iPhone 11, iOS 15

Posted on Jan 21, 2022 10:17 AM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Jan 22, 2022 1:50 PM

Hey there Charley2012,


Thanks for reaching out to the Apple Support Communities. We understand you're being added to a group conversation unexpectedly, and we'd be happy to provide you with the best options.


To get started, while there wouldn't be a way to prevent yourself from being added to a group conversation, you could block the contacts in the conversation so they're unable to send you any other messages, including adding you to another group conversation. For help with blocking a number or email, check out this link here: Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


If you're being added to a group SMS conversation then you may be able to reach out to your carrier who may be able to provide some options on blocking these numbers as well.


We hope that's able to help.


Take care!

1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jan 22, 2022 1:50 PM in response to Charley2012

Hey there Charley2012,


Thanks for reaching out to the Apple Support Communities. We understand you're being added to a group conversation unexpectedly, and we'd be happy to provide you with the best options.


To get started, while there wouldn't be a way to prevent yourself from being added to a group conversation, you could block the contacts in the conversation so they're unable to send you any other messages, including adding you to another group conversation. For help with blocking a number or email, check out this link here: Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


If you're being added to a group SMS conversation then you may be able to reach out to your carrier who may be able to provide some options on blocking these numbers as well.


We hope that's able to help.


Take care!

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

I am getting group messages that are not appropriate and not requested with 20 + phone #

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.