Block the sender
Mark the message as spam
Report the number to your carrier
Use your phone’s spam filter
Turn on call and message screening
Do not reply to unknown numbers
Do not click suspicious links
Do not share your phone number publicly
Unsubscribe only from trusted senders
Set your messaging app to filter unknown senders
Register your number on a do-not-call list where available
Use a spam-blocking app
Change your number if spam is severe
Contact your carrier for stronger spam protection
Keep your phone and apps updated