There are tons of reasons why you'd want to block a phone number. Maybe you got a spam call and want to make sure that you don't get another call from that same number. Or maybe you don't want to hear ...

WhatsApp is a popular messaging app with billions of users around the globe. This makes it a popular target for spammers who send unsolicited messages to unsuspecting users, many of whom fall victim ...

Not everyone needs to have access to you, and Skype helps you make sure of that. You can block people from calling or messaging you when they cause you discomfort, harass you, or you don't like them.

One of the great things about apps that facilitate communication on smart devices is that you can block contacts. Whether it's annoying people who might be stalking you online or companies looking to ...

When you receive a text message from an unknown number on a Samsung phone, you can tap the Block number notification at the top of the screen in the Messages app. To use Hiya to identify spam and scam ...

The spammers. The scammers. And you. Telemarketers and junk mail has evolved in the digital age to a behemoth of persistent trickery. In Scammed, we help you navigate a connected world that’s out for ...

Sometimes to maintain your peace on social media apps you need to block certain users from being able to contact you. On Snapchat, you might need to block a friend or just prevent strangers from ...

FaceTime is a great way to stay in touch with people, especially now that your Android and Windows friends can join in the fun. But what can you do if someone starts sending you unwanted messages or ...

With spam texts on the rise, especially on iPhones and iMessage, we thought it would be helpful to put together a guide on how to block those annoying texts. I'm not sure about you, but I started ...

Here are the simple steps to block a phone number on your iPhone. Credit: mashable composite: apple Maybe you're annoyed with relentless spam calls, or there's someone in your life you never want to ...