If you want to block a phone number from calling you on Galaxy S9, we are always there for you. This guide will show you how to start blocked call list and stop text messages. Whether you’re trying to avoid telemarketers, unknown numbers, or trying to get away from your ex, these are the steps you need to take.
We all have some tricks we don’t want to hear. Or if someone doesn’t stop texting you, we can block them too. You can send numbers directly to voicemail or block them completely and you will never know what they are calling. Lets start.
How to Block Calls on Galaxy S9
You can always drag the red phone icon to ignore the call during an incoming call, but if you want to block a telemarketer completely, you need to add the number to the block list. While there are dozens of apps on Google Play that do this, Samsung’s controls are built right into the phone.
For one, you can enable it to never receive a call from an unknown or unregistered number. This is a great place to start.
We’re all done. Now when your Galaxy S9 calls you, it will immediately recognize this number and block it. Alternatively, you can tap a number from your recent calls menu and then tap “Block Number” at the bottom right of your screen. Perfect for getting rid of a number that just called you.
How to Block Texts and Numbers on Galaxy S9
You can follow similar instructions to block text messages and more using Samsung’s Messages app. In fact, Samsung offers even more blocking tools and options in its text messaging app. So, run Samsung “Messages” and follow the instructions below.
As you can see, Samsung will let you block numbers or whole emoticons. For whatever reason, text message blocking tool is also easier to use than Phone blocking system. You can dial and block a number, find a number from your messaging inbox, or look up and block a number from your contact list.
Add new numbers to the block list, then tap back and add an emoticon. That way, if you keep getting spam texts about a free vacation or “WINNER”, you can block those specific phrases. Note that this will block these words from anyone, even from friends and family if they say this word.
This much. You have successfully blocked certain numbers from calling or texting your Galaxy S9. It’s worth noting that these instructions work for the Galaxy S8, S8+, Note 8 and possibly most older Samsung smartphones. It is a system-wide setting that Samsung offers for smartphone owners.
Additionally, you can find dozens of third-party “Call Blocker” apps on the Google Play Store. While some of them have lots of fancy features or controls to get rid of spam, the free built-in tools detailed above are more than enough for most. Before you go, take a look at these 35 Galaxy S9 Tips and Tricks.
