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Unwanted texts can be annoying, distracting, or even stressful. Whether the messages come from an ex, a spammer, or an unknown number, your iPhone gives you several easy ways to block someone from texting you—and they work instantly.

This article walks you through all the ways to block text messages on iPhone, what happens after you block someone, and how to manage blocked contacts.

What Happens When You Block Someone on iPhone?

When you block a number on your iPhone:

  • ❌ You won’t receive their texts (SMS, MMS, or iMessage)
  • ❌ You won’t receive their calls or FaceTime
  • ❌ They won’t be notified that they’re blocked
  • ✅ You can unblock them at any time

Their messages are silently blocked and never delivered to you.

Method 1: Block Someone Directly From the Messages App

This is the fastest method if you already have a conversation.

Steps

  1. Open the Messages app
  2. Tap the conversation from the sender
  3. Tap the contact name or number at the top
  4. Tap Info (ⓘ)
  5. Select Block this Caller
  6. Confirm Block Contact

✅ The sender is now blocked.

Method 2: Block a Number From Contacts

If the person is saved in your contacts:

  1. Open the Contacts app
  2. Select the contact
  3. Scroll down and tap Block this Caller
  4. Confirm your choice

This blocks texts, calls, and FaceTime.

Method 3: Block Unknown or Spam Texts Automatically

iOS can filter messages from people not in your contacts.

Steps

  1. Open Settings
  2. Tap Messages
  3. Turn on Filter Unknown Senders

What This Does

  • Unknown senders are moved to a separate list
  • Notifications for them are silenced
  • You can review them without interruption

⚠️ This does not block messages—it filters them.

Method 4: Report and Block Spam Messages

For spam or phishing texts:

  1. Open the spam message
  2. Tap Report Junk (for iMessages)
  3. Confirm Delete and Report

✅ Apple uses these reports to improve spam detection.

Method 5: Block Numbers From Settings

You can manage all blocked numbers in one place.

Steps

  1. Open Settings
  2. Tap Phone, Messages, or FaceTime
  3. Tap Blocked Contacts
  4. Tap Add New
  5. Choose a contact or number to block

How to Block Texts Without Blocking Calls (Is It Possible?)

❌ No.
Blocking a contact on iPhone blocks texts, calls, and FaceTime together. Apple does not allow blocking texts only.

✅ Alternative: Use Focus modes or third‑party carrier tools to silence messages without blocking calls.

How to Unblock Someone on iPhone

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Tap Messages → Blocked Contacts
  3. Swipe left on the contact
  4. Tap Unblock

Messages will resume normally.

Will the Other Person Know They’re Blocked?

No notification is sent.

However:

  • iMessages may show as “Delivered” on their end for a while
  • Calls may go straight to voicemail

There’s no official alert that reveals the block.

Blocking iMessage vs SMS: What’s the Difference?

Message TypeBlocked?
iMessage (blue)✅ Yes
SMS (green)✅ Yes
MMS (photos/videos)✅ Yes

Blocking works across all message types.

Extra Tips for Managing Text Messages

  • Enable Silence Unknown Callers for added protection
  • Avoid replying to spam messages
  • Don’t click suspicious links
  • Keep iOS updated for better spam filtering

Final Thoughts

Blocking someone from texting you on iPhone is quick, private, and reversible. Whether you’re stopping spam or protecting your peace, Apple’s built‑in tools make it easy to stay in control of your messages.

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