Is there a way to silence calls from one person?
The goal of silencing calls from one person is to stop receiving unwanted and disruptive calls from a specific individual. There are several methods to accomplish this, both through your phone’s settings and third-party apps. The main options include blocking the number at the device or carrier level, using do not disturb settings, sending calls to voicemail, installing a call blocking app, filing a complaint, and requesting CNAM blocking. With the right approach, you can effectively silence calls from one pesky number. This article will explore the various techniques to stop calls from a particular person.
Block The Number
One of the easiest ways to silence calls from a specific person is to simply block their number directly on your smartphone. Both iPhone and Android devices allow you to easily block contacts.
Blocking a number on an iPhone prevents the blocked number from calling you or sending you text messages. To block a number on an iPhone, open the Phone app, select Recents, tap the info icon next to the number you want to block, scroll down and tap Block this Caller. Once blocked, you won’t receive regular calls or texts from that number.
On Android, open the Phone app, tap the Recents tab, touch and hold the number you want to block, tap Block number, and confirm. This prevents calls and texts from going through. Android also allows you to block numbers directly from your contacts list in the Phone app. Tap the contact, scroll down to More Options, and select Block Contact.
Once a number is blocked on an iPhone or Android device, calls from that number will go straight to voicemail and texts will never reach your device. Keep in mind blocking is device-specific, so you’ll need to block the number on each device you use. Additionally, the blocked person may still see calls go through on their end even though you won’t receive them (Source: https://mrnoob.net).
Use Do Not Disturb
One way to silence calls from a specific person on an iPhone is to use the Do Not Disturb feature. Do Not Disturb allows you to customize which calls and notifications come through while it is enabled. You can specifically choose to allow or silence calls from individual contacts.
To use Do Not Disturb to silence a specific contact’s calls:
- Open the Settings app and tap “Do Not Disturb”
- Tap “Allow Calls From” and select “All Contacts”
- Tap the contact you want to silence and toggle off the switch next to their name
With this set up, calls from that contact will be silenced anytime Do Not Disturb is enabled. You can manually turn on Do Not Disturb, set a schedule for it, or have it activate automatically in certain situations. Just keep in mind that all other calls and notifications will also be silenced when it’s on.
For more details on customizing Do Not Disturb to silence calls from specific people, see Apple’s support guide here: https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/allow-calls-from-contacts-iphf3c752156/ios
Send To Voicemail
One option to silence calls from a specific person is to set their calls to go straight to voicemail. This way you won’t receive any notifications when they call, and the call won’t ring through to you.
On an iPhone, you can set a contact to go to voicemail by going to Phone > Contacts, selecting the contact, tapping Edit in the upper right corner, and turning on “Send to Voicemail” under Ringtone. On Android phones, open the Phone app > Settings > Call blocking & Identification > Block numbers > Add a number. Tap “Block” next to the number and turn on “Send directly to voicemail”.
By sending calls directly to voicemail, you won’t be disturbed by that person trying to call you. The call will go straight to voicemail where you can listen to any messages on your own time. This allows you to avoid unwanted calls without necessarily alerting the caller that you blocked their number.
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Use A Call Blocking App
Call blocking apps offer a convenient way to stop unwanted calls directly from your smartphone. There are many popular call blocking apps available for both iOS and Android devices. Some of the most popular call blocking apps include:
Truecaller – Truecaller uses a crowdsourced database to identify and block spam calls and texts. It offers real-time spam reporting, auto-blocking of identified spam numbers, and caller ID.1
Hiya – Hiya identifies fraudulent and spam calls using phone number research and real-time threat analysis. It blocks identified spam calls automatically.2
Key features of call blocking apps include spam detection, automated blocking, caller ID, reverse lookup, reporting tools, block lists, and call logs. Many apps also offer do not disturb modes, keyword blocking, and the ability to block all unknown callers if desired.
Filing A Complaint
One of the most effective ways to deter unwanted calls from a particular number is to file official complaints. There are two main authorities you can contact to file a complaint about unwanted calls: the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and your phone carrier.
The FCC allows you to file complaints about illegal robocalls and telemarketing calls. You can file a complaint on the FCC’s website at https://consumercomplaints.fcc.gov/hc/en-us/articles/115002234203-Unwanted-Calls-Texts-Phone-. Provide details like the offending number, your number they called, dates and times of calls, and a description of the call. The FCC uses this info to track down illegal calling patterns and traceback the source.
You can also file a complaint with your phone carrier by calling their customer service line and asking to file a complaint about unwanted calls. Provide them the number that is repeatedly calling you. The carrier can potentially block that number from being able to connect to your phone line again. Check your carrier’s website as some have online forms to submit complaints about unwanted calls.
While the FCC and your carrier may not be able to directly stop the unwanted calls, filing official complaints creates a paper trail and puts the problem on their radar. If enough complaints are filed, they can take action to shut down illegal calling operations. So don’t hesitate to make your voice heard if you are receiving repeated unwanted calls.
Using CNAM Blocking
CNAM stands for Calling Name Presentation. CNAM blocking prevents your name from displaying on the recipient’s caller ID. It offers privacy by showing your number as ‘Private’ or ‘Unknown’ on the recipient’s phone instead of revealing your identity. According to https://getjess.com/what-is-cnam/, CNAM blocking hides the caller’s name and replaces it with ‘Private’ or something similar.
When you enable CNAM blocking on your phone number, the recipient’s caller ID will not display your name. This gives you anonymity and prevents the recipient from knowing who is calling before answering. CNAM blocking is useful if you want to hide your identity when calling someone. It is an easy way to make your calls private.
Smartphone OS Settings
Both iOS and Android have built-in settings to block calls and identify spam. On an iPhone, go to Settings > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification to enable these features (1). You can block specific numbers, send unknown callers straight to voicemail, and enable Silence Unknown Callers to automatically silence calls from numbers not in your contacts. On Android, go to Settings > Blocked numbers to block specific numbers. You can also download apps like Truecaller that identify spam calls using community feedback (2).
Consider A New Number
Ultimately, changing your phone number may be the most effective way to stop calls from a harassing caller. Here are some pros and cons to weigh when considering a new number:
Pros:
- Getting a new number guarantees the harassing calls will stop, providing immediate relief.
- It creates a clean slate and fresh start without past associations.
- You can be selective in who gets your new number, limiting it only to those you trust.
Cons:
- It can be time consuming and inconvenient to update your number with all contacts, services, and accounts.
- Unless kept completely private, the harassing caller may be able to obtain the new number.
- It may require paying a fee to your phone carrier for a number change.
Overall, the benefits often outweigh the inconveniences. But weigh the factors carefully based on your specific situation. Seek support from law enforcement, phone carrier, or domestic violence agency ifsafety is a concern. As one forum user advised, “Your safety and well-being need to come first.”1
Conclusion
In today’s world, unwanted calls can be a major nuisance. Thankfully, there are several effective ways to silence calls from a specific person that is bothering you.
The simplest options are to block the number directly through your phone’s settings, enable Do Not Disturb for that contact, or send their calls straight to voicemail. Additionally, call blocking apps provide advanced tools like blacklists, whitelists, and screening unknown callers.
If the unwanted calls persist, you may need to file an official complaint with authorities or your phone provider. As a last resort, consider changing your number and only giving it out selectively.
By utilizing the various methods discussed, you can take control and stop disruptive calls from a particular person. Just remember that each approach has its pros and cons to weigh given your specific situation.