How do I block a number with Verizon Wireless?

To block a restricted or private number from calling you:

  1. Open the Verizon Smart Family app on your device.
  2. Go to a Family Members dashboard.
  3. Tap Contacts.
  4. Tap Blocked contacts.
  5. Tap Block a number.
  6. Enter the contact, then tap Save.
  7. Select Block private and restricted texts and calls to enable the block.

Does blocking numbers cost money?

Check your phone provider’s website or call customer service to find out what call-blocking or call-labeling services it offers or recommends. Some services are free, but others might charge you a fee. For links to company-specific information about blocking calls, go to the FCC’s Call Blocking Resources.

How do I block a number for free?

To block a number that’s recently called you, open your Phone app and switch to the Recents list. Press and hold on a number, then choose Block/report spam from the menu that pops up.

Does Verizon have free robocall blocking?

The leading US carrier has rolled out its free call filter service to both Android and iOS customers. When activated, Verizon says the filter will let customers “get alerts when a call is likely spam, report unsolicited numbers, and automatically block robocalls based on their preferred level of risk.”

Does Verizon charge for blocking numbers?

You can block calls and messages from up to 5 numbers in My Verizon for no charge. These blocks will expire after 90 days. To learn how to set up blocks, go to our Blocks FAQs or How to Add Blocks video.

Can you permanently block a number?

Block a phone number on Android by opening your Phone app and going to Recents. Tap and hold on to the number you want to block and select Block/report spam. Select whether you wish to report the number as spam and then confirm by tapping on Block.

Can you permanently block a phone number?

To block someone in your Contacts lists, go to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts. Scroll to the bottom and tap Add New. That will bring up your Contacts list; select those you want to block. You can also get there via Settings > Messages > Blocked Contacts > Add New.

What is the code to block a number from calling you?

Enter *67 and then the number you want to block from seeing your caller ID info. Other ways to stop nuisance calls: Add your number to the free National Do Not Call Registry by calling 888.382. 1222 or going to www.donotcall.gov.