How do I stop spam calls on my phone?
Quick answer: Built-in call filtering and carrier tools can reduce robocalls without requiring you to answer them.
Built-in call filtering and carrier tools can reduce robocalls without requiring you to answer them.
- Turn on spam identification in the Phone app or device settings.
- Silence unknown callers if you can safely send new contacts to voicemail.
- Block and report repeat callers instead of pressing numbers to opt out.
- Ask your carrier whether it offers a free call-filtering service.
Good to know: Keep voicemail available for legitimate callers such as a doctor, school, delivery, or repair service.
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