Types of unwanted calls
- Robocalls - Pre-recorded messages from computer-generated dialers
- Fraud - Live calls from scammers trying to get personal info like your Social Security number or banking details Â
- Other - Calls from people you just don’t want to talk to
What you can do
Explore Call Protect options
Keep unwanted callers away.
Block calls on your wireless phone
iPhone
Open your phone app and go to your recent calls. Tap the info icon next to the number or contact you want to block. Then, select Block this caller.
Android
Open your phone app and go to your recent calls. Tap the contact or number you want to block, then tap the info icon. Then, select Block
Heads up: The exact steps vary by device. Check with your device manufacturer for more help.
Block numbers from your home phone
Use star codes to prevent unwanted calls with the push of a few buttons.
Digital home phone - press *61.
Landline home phone - press *60.
More options
Get on the Do Not Call Registry
Add your number to the National Do Not Call Registry.
Report a number to us
Getting unwanted calls or texts? Let us know about it.