{"id":9738,"date":"2026-02-03T10:53:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T18:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/?p=9738"},"modified":"2026-03-26T19:27:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:27:16","slug":"how-to-block-a-phone-number","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/how-to-block-a-phone-number\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Block a Phone Number"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Spam calls, robocalls and unwanted texts have become so common that most of us receive them on a fairly regular basis. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/caller-id-spoofing\/\">spoofed<\/a> number, a persistent telemarketer, or a flood of spammy texts can feel both annoying and unnerving. Blocking unwanted contact is one of the quickest ways to guard your phone number (and your sanity), from an onslaught of spam, \u201cScam Likely,\u201d and other unsolicited calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, blocking a number is simple to do on landlines, and both iPhone and Android handsets &#8211; with available tools that go beyond basic call blocking if you need additional privacy or call control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide walks you through every method step-by-step, plus how to stop robocalls, silence unknown numbers, minimize voicemail spam and use privacy tools like forwarding and virtual numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list port-content-table\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"#1\">Why Blocking Numbers Matters<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#2\">How to Block Calls on iPhone<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#3\">How to Block Calls on Android<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#4\">How to Stop Robocalls<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#5\">Do Not Disturb Mode &amp; Turning Off Voicemail<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#6\">Turning Off Voicemail<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\"><strong>Why Blocking Numbers Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blocking isn\u2019t just about convenience and stopping annoying calls &#8211; it can also be about safety and digital hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might block a number because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>You&#8217;re getting repeated spam or fraud attempts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A scammer is spoofing multiple numbers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re receiving unwanted personal contact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want to reduce interruptions from unknown callers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your business line is being targeted by robocalls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Someone is leaving spam voicemails or repeated missed calls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Blocking helps break the loop for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\"><strong>How to Block Calls on iPhone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blocking a number on an iPhone takes only a few taps. Here are the most common methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 1: Block a Number From Your Recents List<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style-number\">\n<li>Open the Phone app.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap \u201cRecents.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find the number you want to block.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the \u201cinfo\u201d (i) icon.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down and tap \u201cBlock Caller.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm: Block Caller.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1024x412.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1024x412.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-300x121.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-768x309.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"803\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1-1024x803.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1-1024x803.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1-300x235.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1-768x603.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-1.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-2-1024x536.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-2-1024x536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-2-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-2-768x402.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-2.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This method blocks calls, texts, and FaceTime from that number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 2: Block a Number From Contacts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style-number\">\n<li>Open \u201cContacts.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the person.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll and tap \u201cBlock this Caller.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"583\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-3-583x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-3-583x1024.jpeg 583w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-3-171x300.jpeg 171w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-3-768x1349.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-3-875x1536.jpeg 875w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-3.jpeg 911w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 583px) 100vw, 583px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 3: Block Unknown Callers (iPhone)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is useful if you want calls only from people you know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style-number\">\n<li>Go to \u201cSettings.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search \u201cPhone.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap \u201cSilence Unknown Callers.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toggle it on.<strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"627\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-4-627x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-4-627x1024.jpeg 627w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-4-184x300.jpeg 184w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-4-768x1254.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-4-941x1536.jpeg 941w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-4.jpeg 980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-5-1024x587.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-5-1024x587.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-5-300x172.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-5-768x440.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-5-700x400.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-5.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Unknown numbers will go straight to voicemail, but will still appear in Recents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\"><strong>How to Block Calls on Android<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Android menus vary slightly by manufacturer, but blocking is straightforward across devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 1: Block a Number From Call History<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style-number\">\n<li>Open the Phone app.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap \u201cRecents.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Press and hold the number.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cBlock or Block\/Report Spam.\u201d<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm.<br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Call-History-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Call-History-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Call-History-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Call-History-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Call-History.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 2: Use Phone App Settings<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style-number\">\n<li>Open the Phone app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the three dots (top right).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap \u201cSettings.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cBlocked numbers.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap \u201cAdd a number.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the number you want to block.<br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blocked-numbers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blocked-numbers.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blocked-numbers-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blocked-numbers-768x473.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Blocking Unknown or Private Numbers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re getting calls from \u201cUnknown,\u201d \u201cPrivate,\u201d or \u201cNo Caller ID,\u201d here are your options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>iPhone: Block Unknown Callers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Settings \u2192 Phone \u2192 Silence Unknown Callers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This sends all unknown numbers directly to voicemail. Saved contacts still ring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Samsung: Block Unknown\/Private Numbers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Phone app \u2192 Three dots \u2192 Settings \u2192 Block numbers \u2192 Toggle Block unknown\/private numbers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Android (Pixel): Block Unknown Numbers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Phone app \u2192 Settings \u2192 Caller ID &amp; spam \u2192 Toggle Unknown callers<br><br><strong>An important note:<\/strong><br><br>Blocking \u201cUnknown,\u201d \u201cPrivate,\u201d \u201cNo Caller ID,\u201d or \u201cWithheld\u201d callers stops most anonymous calls &#8211;&nbsp; but note that emergency services, government agencies and some toll-free lines may still come through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\"><strong>How to Stop Robocalls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Robocalls come from random numbers, spoofed caller ID or auto-dialers. Basic blocking alone won\u2019t always stop them, but these steps can help significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enable Carrier-Level Robocall Protection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most US carriers offer free or low-cost tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>AT&amp;T Call Protect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verizon Call Filter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T-Mobile Scam Shield<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They detect high-risk spam before it reaches your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Use Built-In Call Filtering (Android &amp; iPhone)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>iPhone: Settings \u2192 Phone \u2192 Silence Unknown Callers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Android\/Pixel: Phone App \u2192 Settings \u2192 Caller ID &amp; spam<strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Use a Secondary or Forwarding Number<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially helpful for small businesses or online sellers. Forwarded numbers keep your actual personal line private.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get Additional Control&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>NumberBarn allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/call-forwarding\">forwarding number<\/a> instead of your real number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store and keep a number private <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/number-parking\">with parking<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review call logs for suspicious activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Control how calls are routed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/help.numberbarn.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/35038808698903-Voicemail-Overview\">custom voicemail messages<\/a> to avoid sharing personal details.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These tools are helpful if blocking alone isn\u2019t enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\"><strong>Do Not Disturb Mode &amp; Turning Off Voicemail&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want fewer interruptions &#8211; without fully blocking numbers &#8211; these features help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Happens on Do Not Disturb?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>All calls are silenced (with the allowance of favorites if you choose).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can allow repeat calls (useful for emergencies).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notifications are dimmed or hidden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do Not Disturb (iPhone &amp; Android)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lets you silence all calls except favorites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>iPhone:<\/strong><br>Settings \u2192 Focus \u2192 Do Not Disturb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"282\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-6-1024x282.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-6-1024x282.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-6-300x83.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-6-768x212.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-6.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Android:<\/strong><br>Settings \u2192 Sound \u2192 Do Not Disturb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DoNotDisturb.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DoNotDisturb.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DoNotDisturb-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DoNotDisturb-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DoNotDisturb-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DoNotDisturb-610x610.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\"><strong>Turning Off Voicemail<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most carriers do not allow voicemail to be fully disabled, but you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>Use conditional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/call-forwarding\">call forwarding<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a virtual number with no voicemail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set your number to route calls however you prefer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This prevents voicemail inbox spam or repeated spam messages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to Use Advanced Blocking Tools<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If blocking one number isn\u2019t enough &#8211; or scammers keep rotating through new numbers &#8211; you may need more advanced controls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Services like NumberBarn allow you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bloglist-style\">\n<li>Forward calls safely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your personal number private.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/vanity-phone-numbers\">secondary number<\/a> for business.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Park your number to remove it from public use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customize how calls are handled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/business\/features\/call-logs\">Monitor call attempts<\/a> via call logs.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Blocking a phone number is one of the simplest steps you can take to reclaim your phone from spam, unwanted callers or constant interruptions. The tools built into iPhone, Android and carrier systems give you quick, reliable control. And if you need deeper protection &#8211; separating work and personal calls, reducing exposure online or shielding your real number entirely &#8211; services like NumberBarn offer a more flexible layer of privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important thing is that you choose the level of blocking that fits your life. For some, that\u2019s a one-tap block on an iPhone. For others, it\u2019s advanced filtering, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numberbarn.com\/blog\/need-to-know-about-voicemail\/\">voicemail<\/a> control or a forwarding number for safer interactions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever your situation, you can take advantage of these tips to help stop unwanted calls, and receive incoming calls and texts on your terms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spam calls, robocalls and unwanted texts have become so common that most of us receive them on a fairly regular basis. A spoofed number, a persistent telemarketer, or a flood of spammy texts can feel both annoying and unnerving. 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