How to Stop Spam Calls on Android

  Hello there..Are you tired of receiving unwanted, annoying spam calls on your Android device? You're not alone. Thankfully, there are several effective methods to put a stop to these pesky intrusions. In this How to guide, we'll walk you through step-by-step instructions on how to prevent spam calls and reclaim your peace of mind.

There are several ways to get rid from annoying spam calls such as inbuilt call blocking feature, third party call blocking apps, inbuilt do not disturb mode etc let’s see one by one…. 

1. Enable Built-in Call Blocking Features:

Most Android devices come equipped with built-in call-blocking features. Here's how you can use them:

   - Open your Phone app.

   - Go to Settings (usually represented by three dots or lines in the top-right corner).

   - Look for options like "Call Blocking" or "Spam Protection." Enable them if available.

   - If not available above options in your Android Device Go to Settings Use the Search bar type " Blocklist" and you will see the Following Screen on your Device. 

    - Now simply tap on Blocklist and you'll see two options on your Mobile Screen such as Call Blocklist and SMS Blocklist. Tap on Call Blocklist... 

     - After clicking on Call Blocklist you'll see the following options on your Mobile Screen Block calls from Strangers/Unknown Numbers, Block Forward Calls, Block Calls from Hidden Numbers Enable these options as per your Reuirement.

 You can enable all. But be careful there is one option that blocks calls from All your contacts If you enable this option then nobody can call you so disable it. 

 

2. Install a Call Blocking App:

There are numerous third-party call-blocking apps available on the Google Play Store. Some of the popular ones include Truecaller, Hiya, and Nomorobo. Follow these steps to get started:

   - Open the Google Play Store on your Android device.

   - Search for the call-blocking app of your choice.

   - Install the app and follow the setup instructions to activate call blocking.

3. Use Do Not Disturb Mode:

Android's "Do Not Disturb" mode is a versatile tool that can help you filter out unwanted calls. Here's how you can set it up:

   - Open your device's settings.

   - Navigate to "Sound" or "Sound & Vibration."

   - Find "Do Not Disturb" or "Do Not Disturb Mode" and customize the settings to allow calls only from your contacts or specific exceptions.

4. Create Custom Contacts for Spam Numbers:

You can create a contact in your phone's address book specifically for spam numbers. Once added, you can choose to block calls and messages from this contact. Here's how:

   - Open your Contacts app.

   - Create a new contact and label it as "Spam Caller" or something similar.

   - Add the unwanted number to this contact.

5. Report Spam Calls:

Many Android devices allow you to report spam calls directly from your call log. This helps contribute to a collective effort to combat spam. Follow these steps:

   - Open your call log or recent calls.

   - Locate the spam call you received.

   - Tap on the call and look for an option to report it as spam.

Conclusion:

By following these steps, you can significantly reduce the number of spam calls you receive on your Android device. Remember to stay vigilant and report any new instances of spam calls to further improve the effectiveness of these methods. Regaining control over your calls is just a few steps away!

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