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How do you block a number on iPhone?

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Just open Contacts, tap the contact you want to block, scroll down, then tap Block this Caller.

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How do you block a number on Android?

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Open your Phone app, tap More, tap Call history, tap a call from the number you want to block, then tap Block / Report Spam.

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Is there anyway to block a number but be able to see when they try to text me?

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There is a "Do Not Disturb" function on iPhones where you will not get a notification of someone calling or texting but it does not block the number.

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When I block a person from texting me? I want them to know they are being blocked. Can that be done?

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Not via texting. This works if you block the person via social media. You could simply tell them they are being blocked and proceed to block them.

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How can I block messages from a number that is not in my contact list?

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Go into messages, open the texts you want to block, hold your finger on a message until you get a list of message options, select view details, the number you got the text from should be here. Put it into your contact list and block.

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What if the person whose number I want to block has a strong boundary issue with me?

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If you mean they are not respecting your boundaries, then it is a good idea to block them. If you're concerned that they might get angry and harm you, tell an authority figure, like a teacher or parent, or if you're an adult, consider filing a restraining order.

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How do I block texing from an Android phone when it is one of my contacts?

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Go into Contacts go to that number/person, click the information/edit button and go all the way down and click Block Contact.

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How do I block a number that's texting repeatedly?

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If they are using multiple accounts, you can contact the authorities. But if it's only one number, just follow the steps.

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How can I text someone who blocked me?

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There is no way to text a person who has blocked your number besides using a different number.

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