How to Block a Text Messaging Number From a Verizon Cell Phone

Blocking a text message number takes about five minutes to accomplish.

If you are receiving your fair share and a bit more of annoying text messages from spammers or that ex-boyfriend or girlfriend, you can easily block them if you have Verizon phone and service. The company has set up a spam control and blocking feature that allows you to enter up to five numbers that you do not want to receive text messages from.

Instructions

1. Open a browser and go to the VText Web page (see Resources).

2. Type in your mobile number and password. If you do not have a password, go to the Registering for My Verizon Web page (see Resources). Hit the "Login" button.

3. Click "Preferences" on the left column. Scroll down and click "Spam Controls."

4. Hit the "Sign In Now" link.

5. Click the "Call & Message Blocking" tab. In the fields, enter the number or numbers you want to block from sending you text messages. Click "Apply."

6. Click the "OK" button.

References

• Verizon: Adding / removing TXT blocking restrictions - Vtext.com

Resources

• VText Web page
• My Verizon Web Page