To block calls from random numbers on your phone while allowing calls from specific contacts, you can follow these general steps, which may vary slightly depending on your device (iPhone or Android):
For iPhone:
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Silence Unknown Callers:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap on Phone.
- Scroll down and find Silence Unknown Callers and toggle it on. This will send calls from numbers not in your contacts to voicemail.
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Block Specific Numbers:
- If you receive a call from a specific number you want to block:
- Go to the Phone app.
- Tap on the call log, find the number, and tap the information icon (i).
- Scroll down and select Block this Caller.
- If you receive a call from a specific number you want to block:
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Add Family Contacts to Favorites:
- Open the Contacts app.
- Search for your mom, dad, and brother.
- Tap on each contact and select Add to Favorites.
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Focus Mode (Optional):
- You can set up a Focus mode (like Do Not Disturb) to only allow calls from your family:
- Go to Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb.
- Under Allowed Notifications, select People and add your mom, dad, and brother.
- You can set up a Focus mode (like Do Not Disturb) to only allow calls from your family:
For Android:
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Block Unknown Callers:
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap the three dots (menu) in the upper right corner.
- Go to Settings > Caller ID & Spam or Blocked Numbers and toggle on Block Unknown Callers.
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Block Specific Numbers:
- Find the number in your call log or from the recent calls.
- Tap on the number and select Block/report spam.
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Add Family Contacts to Favorites:
- Open the Contacts app.
- Select your mom, dad, and brother.
- Use the favorite star option to mark them as favorites.
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Do Not Disturb (Optional):
- Go to Settings > Sound > Do Not Disturb.
- Here, you can customize it to allow calls only from specific contacts.
Additional Tips:
- Consider Call Blocking Apps: There are third-party apps available, like Truecaller or Hiya, that can help block spam calls.
- Register with National Do Not Call Registry: In some countries, you can register your number to help reduce telemarketing calls.
Implementing these measures can help minimize unwanted calls while allowing your family to reach you.