How to Block Calls When Using a Cell Phone
Most broadband and landline phone carriers offer customers the opportunity to block calls through call management packages. Unfortunately, many cell phone carriers do not offer call blocking, which allows unwanted callers to get through to you. There are a few different ways to stop unwanted calls on cell phones, however. Depending on the situation and the types of calls, which can range from a minor annoyance to harassment, cell phone providers do offer assistance if needed.
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Call the cell phone provider to see if they offer call filtering. Some providers, such as Nextel, allow customers to block callers listed as "Private Callers," which are often associated with salespeople or telemarketers.
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Check the cell phone manual to determine if call filtering is available. The manual will provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up filtering.
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Install a third-party program such as MagiCall or CallShield Pro on a Smartphone. Most third-party programs are designed for Palm OS or Windows Mobile P. For iPhones, use programs such as MCleaner or iBlacklist.
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If the phone number you would like to block is due to harassment, save all harassing text messages and voicemails and record the date and time they were received. This will act as evidence when contacting the police for a subpoena in a harassment situation. Send text messages to your email or tape record voicemails if they are automatically deleted after a certain amount of time. This evidence is vital when obtaining a subpoena, which allows the police to use the texts and voicemails as evidence of harassment. Phone providers will work with the police by blocking the number to avoid further harassment. However, many providers will not give out customer information or block a number without a subpoena, even if the customer is accused of harassment.
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