Tired of Spam Calls? Here’s How to Block Unidentified Numbers on Your Android Phone

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On a daily basis, we’re inundated with numerous phone calls, and it’s not uncommon to receive a barrage of spam or calls from unidentified sources. These may be telemarketers, scammers, or spammers utilizing automatic calling systems to target a vast audience. While Truecaller and similar apps can help identify these numbers, it would be more desirable to be able to block such calls altogether.

It’s not uncommon to receive calls from individuals or enterprises who choose to block their phone numbers for reasons such as privacy or anonymity.

If you’re using an Android device and receiving calls from unknown numbers, exercising caution is paramount since some of these calls may be harmful or fraudulent. You can safeguard yourself by leveraging features like call blocking to preemptively filter out suspicious calls and minimize unwanted disruptions.

If you’re looking to prevent unwanted calls from unidentified numbers on your Android device, you can accomplish this by following a few simple steps.

  • To begin, open up the Google Phone app on your device and locate the three-dot menu icon in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  • From there, select “Settings” and then navigate to the “Blocked numbers” section.
  • Finally, activate the “unknown” option to effectively block calls from unidentified numbers
  • Now enjoy a more streamlined calling experience.

Should you need to add additional phone numbers or contacts to your blocked list, it’s a relatively straightforward process.

You can do so by opening up the Google Phone app and selecting “Add a number” or “Add contact.” From there, simply input the desired phone number or contact name to immediately add them to your blocked list and enjoy a more seamless calling experience.

It’s important to bear in mind that the precise steps for blocking calls on your Android device may differ depending on the model and Android version you’re using.

Furthermore, it’s advisable to exercise caution when it comes to sharing your phone number online or with unknown individuals, as doing so can increase the likelihood of receiving unsolicited calls. By remaining mindful and proactive, you can minimize disruptions and stay in control of your calling experience.

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