While telcos may be doing their part to stop spam texts, there are also easy ways for users to protect themselves from such scams.
Steps to take vs spam textsMay you are an iOS or Android user, there is a very accessible way for you to block those unwanted text messages. For iPhone users who have updated to iOS 16, here are the ways how you can activate your wall of protection.In your iPhone, you can also filter messages from unknown senders. Through this, you also will not get notifications from them.
When this is activated, you can access unknown contacts through Unknown Senders under the Filters folder.If you have opened the message and the person is unlisted in your contacts, scroll to the bottom and then tap Report JunkThe sender's information and message are sent to Apple. However, note that reporting junk or spam does not prevent the sender from sending messages. Blocking still has to be done.
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