How to Stop Spam Calls and Annoying Messages (Android & iPhone 2025 Guide)
Spam calls and messages can ruin your day — one minute you’re relaxing, the next you’re picking up a “Congratulations, you’ve won ₦1 million” scam call. Whether you’re using Android or iPhone, there are simple ways to block unwanted numbers for good. Let’s fix this once and for all.
1. Use your phone’s built-in block feature
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Android: Open your Phone app → Recent calls → Tap the number → Select Block/report spam.
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iPhone: Open Phone app → Recents → Tap (i) next to the number → Choose Block this caller.
Once blocked, you’ll never receive calls or texts from that number again.
2. Turn on spam protection
Most Android phones (like Samsung, Tecno, Infinix, etc.) have Caller ID and Spam Protection in Phone → Settings. Enable it to automatically detect and warn about spam calls.
3. Use “Do Not Disturb” mode smartly
If spam is constant, go to Settings → Sound → Do Not Disturb, and allow calls only from your contacts. Unknown numbers will be silenced automatically.
4. Report spam messages
If you receive scam SMS (like fake bank alerts), forward the message to 7726 (SPAM) — it’s the universal spam report number used by major networks. Nigerian users can also contact their carrier’s customer service.
5. Use trusted apps
Apps like Truecaller or Hiya help detect and block known spam callers. Avoid installing shady “call blocker” apps — they may collect your data.
6. Avoid putting your number online
Be careful where you post your phone number — public sites and forms often share them with marketing lists.
Wrap-up
Spam calls are frustrating, but with these steps, you’ll finally have peace. Block, report, and protect — and your phone will stay quiet for the right reasons.
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