Block Number on Android

Blocking a phone number on an Android device can help you avoid unwanted calls and text messages from specific contacts. Here’s how to block a number on most Android phones:

Method 1: Using Phone App (Standard Method)

1. Open the “Phone” app on your Android device.
2. Go to your call history or recent calls list.
3. Find the phone number you want to block in your call history.
4. Tap and hold on the number or contact you want to block. This will usually display a list of options.
5. Select “Block” or “Block/report spam.” The exact wording may vary depending on your Android version and device.
6. Confirm your decision to block the number.

Method 2: Using Contacts App

1. Open the “Contacts” or “People” app on your Android device.
2. Find the contact you want to block.
3. Tap on the contact to open their details.
4. Look for the option to block the contact. This is often represented by three vertical dots or a menu icon in the upper-right corner.
5. Select “Block” or “Block/report as spam.”
6. Confirm your decision to block the contact.

Method 3: Using Messages App

If you want to block a number from sending you text messages:

1. Open the “Messages” app on your Android device.
2. Find a message from the number you want to block.
3. Tap and hold the message or the contact’s name in the message thread.
4. Select the “Block” option.
5. Confirm your decision to block the number.

Method 4: Using Android Settings (for Persistent Callers)

If you’re dealing with a persistent caller, you can block them through your Android device settings:

1. Open the “Settings” app on your Android device.
2. Scroll down and select “Apps” or “Apps & notifications.”
3. Tap on “See all [number] apps” or a similar option, depending on your Android version.
4. Find and select the “Phone” app.
5. Tap on “Permissions” or “Advanced” (the exact location may vary).
6. Look for the option to block calls. This may be labeled as “Call blocking” or “Call blocking & identification.”
7. Select “Blocked numbers.”
8. Add the number you want to block.

Blocking a number on Android will prevent calls and messages from that number from reaching your device. The blocked contact will typically be sent to voicemail when they try to call, and their text messages will be silently filtered into a spam or blocked folder, depending on your messaging app.

The terminology and location of these options may vary slightly depending on your specific Android device and software version. If you have trouble finding the blocking feature, refer to your device’s user manual or do a quick online search for instructions specific to your phone model.