How to block SMS from unwanted callers

As part of my job, I have to test many applications and not all of them inspire confidence. In order not to install numerous and sometimes useless antiviruses, I simply blocked SMS to short numbers on all my phones and now sometimes I receive the message “Service blocked.” After this, the last installed application immediately goes to the trash. Of course, if you take part in radio quizzes or otherwise use SMS to short numbers, then this method is not suitable for you. But in all other cases, feel free to block.

In addition to the fact that money is stolen from us via SMS, many users complain that they receive annoying, unnecessary advertising. Remember how many unnecessary services you have connected to from your operator? Do you know how many of them are paid? For example, music instead of beeps, weather and others. Did you know that all this can also be easily and simply turned off? We'll tell you if possible.

Blocking SMS on Android

Most modern smartphones run on Android, so this method will certainly solve most of the problems and help users. So, you can block messages either from the message field or by adding the number to the emergency number, after which past and future messages will be automatically hidden. Let's look at each method separately.

Blocking from message field

To block a source directly from the message field, you need to go to the options menu while being in a dialogue with the user you want to block from you. Most often, options or settings in most shells are indicated by three vertical dots:

Click and see a pop-up menu.
The “Block” button will be one of the last.
Click on it and confirm the blocking.
Next, go to the message settings.
There we uncheck the “Blocked SMS” item so as not to see messages from “black list” users.

Add a number to the blacklist

To avoid receiving a number from a specific user in the future, you can block it in advance, that is, add it to the emergency list. What do I need to do?

Go to the “Messages” application. If you use third-party software to send and receive SMS, go to it.
Click on the “Advanced” icon. Sometimes it is depicted as a gear, sometimes as three vertical dots.
After we get to the settings menu, you need to find “Blocking” or “Blacklist” there.
Enter the number of the user you want to block and confirm the changes.

If you are ready to use special programs to block users, then we recommend using Calls Blacklist, which can be downloaded for Android or iOS.

Its advantage is that in addition to messages, it can even block calls from annoying contacts. A simple and intuitive interface, step-by-step instructions from the developers - these are the main advantages of Calls Blacklist.

Removing the shipping number in carrier.plist

How to forward on iPhone to another number

To enter the directory, you will need to first download an application that helps transfer files from your computer to your gadget and back. Well-known utilities include DiskAid or iMazing 2. After installing it, you need to:

In the directory, find the file carrier.plist, full path address: //System/Library/Carrier Bundles/iPhone/Vodafone uk.bundle.
Save the original version of the file on your personal computer.
In the mobile version, delete the phone number you are looking for.

Removing the shipping number in carrier.plist

Important! This method is undesirable, since one wrong action, and the device will have to be taken to a service center to restore the operating system.

Block SMS on iPhone

If you use an iPhone, the process of blocking a user will be even easier for you:

Open the contact of the user who will need to be added to the ignore list.
Click “Block subscriber”.

This is the simplest and most accessible method that will block notifications from a given user, but not receiving messages.

If the number you want to block is not in your contact list, simply go to “Messages,” swipe left on the desired contact and click “Hide Alerts.” After this, notifications that this contact has written to you will not arrive at all. You will be able to see messages or remove the blocking only if you go to “Messages” yourself and click “Show alerts”.

How to block messages

The question often arises of how to block unwanted SMS. You can remove unnecessary email SMS by using the spam filter, which is included in the Microsoft Outlook 2010 filter. It makes it possible to check the sender of correspondence against a list of email addresses and network domains that are marked as safe or blocked. You will need Microsoft Outlook 2010. Instructions:

Select an SMS from the subscriber who is subject to blocking in order to add it to the list of blocked senders.
Select the “Junk” section in the “Delete” menu of the “Home” tab and select “Block sender.”
You need to return to “Junk” in the “Delete” subsection of the “Home” tab and select “Junk Email Options.”
Press the “Add” button in the “Blocked Senders” section and enter an address or domain in the “Enter an email address or Internet domain name to add to the list.”
The OK key is pressed to confirm the selected command and the above procedure is repeated for each subscriber.
To add a name or address from another list, indicate the required name in the “Safe Senders” section and press the “Change” button.
You should return to "Junk" in the "Delete" section of the "Home" tab and select "Junk Email Options" to block SMS with certain country passwords.
Open the link “List of blocked first-level domains” in the “International Contacts” section and apply checkboxes in the fields of the regions planned for blocking.
The OK key is pressed to execute the selected command and the changes made are confirmed by pressing the OK key again.
Return to “Junk” in the “Delete” tab of the “Home” section and select “Junk Email Options” to block SMS from an unknown number.
The “List of Blocked First-Level Domains” link in the “International Contacts” section is expanded and the checkboxes are applied to the encoding field required to be blocked.
The OK key is pressed to execute the specified command and the changes are confirmed by pressing the OK key again.

The Outlook Junk Message Filter does not prevent you from receiving unwanted SMS messages, but rather redirects them to the junk notifications folder instead of your inbox.

Block unwanted messages with your carrier

Not everyone knows about this method, but blocking by an operator is the most reliable level of blocking, which is suitable for cases when you are actively spammed with unnecessary SMS. If you do not want to receive messages from a loved one because you are offended by him, it is better to use the above methods, but for a more reliable and long-lasting blocking, experienced users offer operator blocking.

Each operator offers its own blocking methods, but for the most part, by calling the hotline number, you can receive precise instructions on how to remotely block a specific number. After you block a contact, when they try to call you, they will hear either a standard notification that the subscriber is turned off and out of network coverage, or a busy signal. You won't even know that the person is trying to dial you or write messages. By the way, SMS are completely blocked, that is, they don’t even reach you and you won’t be able to detect them even after unblocking. Now we’ll look in detail at how to do this on Beeline, MTS, Tele2 and Megafon.

On Beeline

In order to use blocking from the operator, while being a client of Beeline, you don’t even need to call the hotline number or visit the company’s office.

All you need to do is enter a short USSD code. Enter the following *110*771*number in international format# - call.

After this, the number you enter will not be able to reach you, because it will constantly hear a busy signal. Unlocking is done in the same way, but instead of 771 in the USSD code you need to enter 772 to get *110*772*number#call.

On MTS

MTS makes it possible to block unwanted numbers using a special function called “Black List”. Its peculiarity lies in its flexibility, since in addition to simple blocking, you can choose how your “absence” will sound to the blocked user, the possibility of complete or partial blocking. At the moment, the service is free for most tariff plans, so absolutely every user can use it without any problems.

To activate it, you need to use your personal account or the “My MTS” application, go to “Services”, and there you can use the search to find the “Black List”. We read the conditions, and at the very bottom we find the activation button.

On Tele2

from is not free. Every day while someone is on your black list, you will cost 2 rubles. The principle of the service is quite simple: a user who has been blocked cannot call or write a message, and a user who has activated the service does not even receive notifications about calls. Thus, this service is one of the best ways to combat spammers or unwanted contacts.

Activation is quite simple: using the USSD code you enter *220*1*user number you want to add to the blacklist#.

In addition, you can achieve the same result using a free message to number 220. In the input field you need to send 1*number of the blocked user. To unblock the user, you will need to enter the same combination, but instead of one after *220* enter two. Complete deactivation of the service occurs only using the USSD code – *220*0#:

Connection using USSD	Disabling using USSD	Connect via SMS	Disconnect via SMS	Complete disabling of the blacklist
2201*number#	2202*number#	To number 220 – 1*number	To number 220: 2*number	2200# Call

On MegaFon

The essence of the blacklist from Megafon is practically no different from similar services of the above-mentioned companies. The subscription fee is only 10 rubles per month, the first use of the service will cost the client 15 rubles in a one-time payment. Below is a table that will indicate how to connect the “Black List” from:

Connection using USSD	Disabling using USSD	Connect via SMS	Disconnect via SMS
130number#	1300number#	Send the number of the blocked user to 5130	Send minus (-) and the number of the blocked user to 5130

Please note that Megafon makes it possible to monitor the operation of the service by providing information on the number of calls from blocked numbers.

Prohibition of receiving information messages

In addition to the content of services, attention should also be paid to advertising information messages, which often come from MTS and are more than intrusive. It is precisely because of such abundant spam that many subscribers do not notice important messages or messages about connecting content subscriptions - after all, the operator’s clients simply stop paying attention to advertising information that they do not need.

Fortunately, MTS specialists still have a conscience, which is why they are implementing an additional and completely free service, thanks to the connection of which you can completely prohibit the reception of information messages (both text and multimedia).

However, it is worth understanding that this service limits the ability to receive not only informational and advertising messages, but also messages sent by other users through a special form available on the website mts.ru. Such messages will not be available for receipt.

Blocking ads and spam

If you want to get rid of advertising messages that come from different phones, then you will need “spam management” - a function that is found in almost any modern device. There you can filter messages coming to your smartphone. Thus, if this filter contains the word “credit”, then all messages containing this word will automatically be recognized as spam notifications. They will be saved, but in a specially designated place “Blocked messages” or “SPAM”. This method is available to all users and has been saving them from annoying advertisers for many years.

Information about the number +447786205094

If the iPhone sends SMS to the number +447786205094, then the process is associated with the automatic activation of the iMessage and FaceTime applications.

Hidden SMS sending

The final recipient of information via messages is Apple, and money is charged for sending SMS internationally.

For your information! The procedure occurs without the direct participation of the gadget owner, does not ask for confirmation of the action, and the phone continues to stubbornly send notifications.

Second way

If the subscriber did not send you an SMS, it is still easy to block him. Open Messages, then:

Going to settings, select “Block messages”;
then click “Blocking numbers”;
then add the details of the subscriber with whom you do not want to conduct a dialogue;
confirm the actions.

After these manipulations, the person will not bother you in any way. Moreover, you will not even be aware that he tried to get in touch with you.

First way

If you've already received messages from someone you don't want to keep in touch with, open their SMS in the Messages app and follow these simple steps:

by going to settings (usually there are three dots in the upper right corner), select “Block number”;
We confirm our own decision.

What is Beeline Content Account?

Setting up a “Content Account” will help you ban paid mailings or notify a person every time that you have been charged for a specific product. This personal account was created by Beeline specifically to pay for service offers. After enabling the additional balance, the system will each time request permission to write off money. If you keep this account empty, all additional services will be rejected automatically. You can add a second balance:

in the Beeline web account;
through the application;
with the help of technical support;
via command *110*5062#.

To top up this balance, when sending funds, instead of the first 9 phone number, 6 is indicated. Additional features:

Service	Options
Check l/s condition	*622#
Transfer money from main to content	222amount#
Removing additional balance	1105060#