iOS 16 Tips and Tricks: Report Spam Messages Like a Pro

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"iOS 16 Tips and Tricks: Report Spam Messages"

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"Block and Report Unknown Senders"

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"Enable SMS Filtering"

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"Report iMessage Spam"

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"Enable Siri Suggestions"

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"Create Message Filters"

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"Reporting to Apple"

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"Take Charge Against Spam Messages"

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iOS 16 Tips and Tricks: Report Spam Messages Like a Pro

"iOS 16 Tips and Tricks: Report Spam Messages"

"Learn How to Combat Unwanted Messages"

"Block and Report Unknown Senders"

In the Messages app, swipe left on a message. Tap "Report Junk" to report the message as spam and block the sender.

"Enable SMS Filtering"

Open Settings and go to Messages. Enable the "Filter Unknown Senders" option to filter out messages from unknown numbers.

"Report iMessage Spam"

If you receive spam via iMessage, tap and hold the message bubble. Tap "Report Junk" to report the message as spam.

"Enable Siri Suggestions"

"Create Message Filters"

In Settings, go to Messages and tap on "Message Filters." Customize your message filters to block or divert messages from specific contacts or unknown senders.

"Reporting to Apple"

If you encounter persistent or malicious spam, report it to Apple.

"Take Charge Against Spam Messages"

iOS 16 equips you with powerful tools to combat spam messages effectively.