Why am I suddenly getting so many spam texts?
Why am I getting spam text messages? There are many ways spammers get hold of your cell phone number so they can send SMS spam and sales texts: They may use technology to generate numbers automatically — so even if you have a brand-new number, you can still receive both robocalls and robotexts.
How do I block spam texts on my iPhone?
If you have an iPhone:
- Open the Settings app.
- Scroll down to and select Messages > Unknown & Spam.
- Toggle on “Filter Unknown Senders”
How do I stop endless spam texts?
On Android, open the Messaging app and tap the three dots at the top right. In the drop-down menu, choose “Settings,” and then tap “Spam Protection.” Finally, turn on “Enable spam protection” by swiping the button to the right.