Receiving unsolicited messages from unknown numbers can be both annoying and frustrating. To curb this problem, the iPhone comes with a useful feature that allows users to block unwanted numbers from texting them. In this blog post, we will be discussing how to block an email from texting you on iPhone.
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The Challenge of Blocking Emails from Texting on iPhone
While blocking a phone number on an iPhone is relatively easy, blocking an email from texting you can be a bit tricky. This is because the process differs slightly from blocking a phone number. However, with the right guidelines, blocking an email from texting you on iPhone can be done without stress.
Things You Should Prepare for
Before we proceed with the methods of blocking emails from texting you, there are a few things you’ll need to prepare for.
1. The email address you want to block
2. Your iPhone device
3. A stable internet connection
Method 1: via Phone and Messages
One of the quickest and easiest ways to block an email from texting you on iPhone is via Phone and Messages. To do this, follow the steps below:
1. Open the ‘Phone’ app on your iPhone
2. Tap on the ‘Recents’ tab to see a list of recent calls and messages
3. Locate the email you want to block
4. Tap on the ‘i’ icon next to the email
5. Scroll down and select ‘Block this Caller’
6. Confirm your decision by tapping ‘Block Contact’
Pros: Blocked email will no longer be able to send you text messages or call you.
Cons: You may still receive emails from this blocked email address.
Method 2: via Settings
Another way to block an email from texting you is via the settings on your iPhone. Here are the steps you should follow:
1. Go to ‘Settings’ on your iPhone
2. Scroll down and select ‘Messages’
3. Scroll down and select ‘Blocked Contacts’
4. Select ‘Add New’
5. Type in the email you want to block
6. Tap ‘Done’ to save
Pros: Blocked email will no longer send you text messages or call you.
Cons: You may still receive emails from this email address.
Method 3: via Mail App
If the email in question is from an unknown sender, the quickest way to block them would be through the Mail app. Here’s how:
1. Open the ‘Mail’ app on your iPhone
2. Select the email you want to block
3. Tap on the sender’s email address
4. Select ‘Block this Contact’
5. Confirm your decision by tapping ‘Block Contact’
Pros: Blocked email will no longer be able to send you text messages or call you.
Cons: You may still receive emails from this email address.
Method 4: via Do Not Disturb
If you don’t want to receive notifications from a particular email address, you can also use Do Not Disturb. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Open the ‘Settings’ app on your iPhone
2. Scroll down and select ‘Do Not Disturb’
3. Turn on ‘Manual’
4. Scroll to ‘Phone’ and turn on ‘Allow Calls From’
5. Select ‘Favorites’
6. Go back and select ‘Silence’ to ‘Always’
7. Finally, add the email address you wish to block to your favorites list
Pros: You won’t receive any notifications from this email address.
Cons: You may still receive text messages or calls from this email address.
Why Can’t I Block An Email on iPhone?
It’s possible that you may not be able to block an email address on your iPhone for several reasons. Some of these reasons include:
Q1: What happens when an email tries to send a text message to a blocked number?
A: When an email tries to send a text message to a blocked number, the message will not be delivered and will appear undelivered.
Q2: Can I block more than one email address at a time?
A: Yes, you can block more than one email address at a time by following any of the methods provided above.
Q3: Can I unblock an email address that I have previously blocked?
A: Yes, you can unblock an email address that you have previously blocked. To do this, follow the same steps provided for blocking and select ‘Unblock this Caller’ instead of ‘Block this Caller’.
Q4: Does blocking an email address on iPhone block it across all Apple devices?
A: Yes, blocking an email address on iPhone will block it across all Apple devices that it is logged in to.
In Conclusion
Blocking an email address from texting you on your iPhone may seem daunting, but it’s easy when you know how. You can use any of the methods provided above to block any unwanted emails from contacting you via text messages on your iPhone.