If you’re a Macbook user, you may have noticed a few features it has that are not available on other types of computers. One such feature is the ability to block a number from your Macbook. Whether it’s an annoying telemarketer or an ex-boyfriend, blocking numbers can be a great way to keep your Macbook free of unwanted calls and messages.
In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to block a number on your Macbook so you can take back control of your device.
First thngs first, let’s look at how to find the phone numbers that may have been stored on your device. Open up the Contacts app on your Macbook and scroll through the list until you find the contact you’d like to block. On the left side of the contact information, there should be a small icon that looks like an i with a circle around it. Select this icon and then scroll down until you see the phone number listed under ‘Phone’. Once you’ve found this information, copy it into an email or note for later use.
Now that we’ve located the phone number we want to block, let’s go over how to do this in two steps:
Step 1: Open up System Preferences on your Macbook by clicking on the Apple logo in the top left corner of your screen. Once opened, select Security & Privacy and then Firewall Options at the bottom of the window. Make sure ‘Block all incoming connections’ is checked and then click ‘OK’. Now any incoming calls or text messages from that number will be blocked from reaching your device.
Step 2: If you’d like to take things one step further and permanently block that number from ever contacting you again, open up Messages on your Macbook and select Preferences from the menu bar at the top of your screen. From here, select Rules and then click ‘+’. Enter in all or part of the blocked phone number in order for Messages to recognize it when someone tries to send a message from that blocked number and check off ‘Stop Message.’ Now any messages attempting to come through from that specific number will nver even make it into Messages.
Blocking a phone number from calling or texting your Macbook is really quite simple! With just two quick steps, you can ensure that no one is ever able to bother you with unwanted calls or messages aain without having to worry about manually deleting each one as they come in. Give these steps a try today if someone has been bothering you with too many calls and texts!
Does Blocking on iPhone Affect Mac Devices?
No, blocking a number on an iPhone does not block messages from that number on your Mac. If you block a number on your iPhone, SMS messages will stil be synced to your Mac. For iMessages, however, they will be blocked on all devices.
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Can Blocked Messages Be Sent Through a MacBook?
No, blocked messages do not go through on a MacBook. When someone blocks you, your messages will not be delivered to them, and you will not receive any acknowledgment that the message was sent. Your device will also show no signs of the message being sent, so it is impossible to tell if someone has blocked you from your MacBook.
Blocking a Number on Apple Devices
To block a number on all Apple devices, go to Settings > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification. Then, scroll to the bottom of the Blocked list and tap Add New. Select the contact that you want to block and it will be added to the Blocked list. You can also add numbers that are not in your contacts list by tapping on Block Contact and then entering the number manually. Once a number is added to the Blocked list, calls and messages from that contact will be blocked on all your Apple devices.
Unable to Block a Number on iMessage for Mac
Unfortunately, iMessage on Mac does not have the ability to block numbers. The only way to totally cut ties with someone who’s using iMessage is to block their phone number through your carrier and turn off iMessage in your Settings app. Since iMessages are sent over your 3G or Wi-Fi data connection, carriers cnnot block them.
Blocking Text Messages From a Computer
To block text messages from your computer, you first need to open Messages for web. Once you have done that, find the person whom you want to block and click the More options button near their name. From here, you’ll be able to select the option ‘Block and report spam’. After that, the text messages from that person will be blocked and you will no longer receive any messages from them.
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Blocking a Number from Texting
To block a number from texting you, first open the Messages app and tap on the three dots in the upper right corner. From here, select “Blocked Contacts” and then tap “Add A Number.” Once you’ve added the number you’d like to block, simply tap “Block” and it will be blocked from contacting you. That’s all there is to it!
Blocking Messages on a Macbook Air
To block messages on your Macbook Air, open the Messages app, go to Preferences > iMessage and click ‘Blocked’. Then click the ‘Add’ button and select a contact from the list of contacts that you would like to block. Once you have selected a contact, teir messages will be blocked from appearing in your Messages app.
Blocking Someone on a Macbook Pro
To block somone on a Macbook Pro, you can use the Messages app. First, open the Messages app and go to the ‘Preferences’ menu. Once there, click on the ‘iMessage’ tab. In the ‘Blocked’ pane, click the ‘Add’ button and enter the person’s iMessage address that you want to block. That person will no longer be able to send you messages through iMessage on your Macbook Pro.
Determining if Someone Has Blocked You on iMessage on Macbook
If someone has blocked you on iMessage on your Macbook, you will not be able to send messages to that person. The message will not be delivered and you will see a “Not Delivered” error message after a few moments. Additionally, if you try to call them, the call will only ring once before disconnecting. You may also notice that the person’s name no longer appears in your contacts list or in group conversations, which is another sign of being blocked.
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Permanently Blocking a Phone Number
To block a number permanently, first open the Phone app and tap More options (the three vertical dots). Then, tap Settings and select Block numbers. Then, tap the Add icon (the plus sign) to register the contact to your Block list. Alternatively, you can block numbers from your call log. Once you have added the contact to your Block list, they will be permanently blocked from calling or texting you.
What Happens When You Block a Number and They Call You?
When you block a phone number on your Android device, any calls from that number will no longer ring thrugh to your phone. Instead, the call will be diverted straight to voicemail, and the caller will only hear your phone ring once before it is diverted. Any messages left by the caller will not be visible in your inbox or voicemail box. Additionally, any text messages sent by the blocked number will not appear in your messaging app.
Do Blocked People Know They Are Blocked?
No, people are not notified when you block them. When you block someone, their likes and comments will be removed from your photos and videos, but they won’t be aware that you’ve blocked them. Additionally, if you lter unblock that person, their previous likes and comments won’t be restored.
Receiving Texts From a Blocked Number on an iPhone
If you have blocked a contact’s phone number but are still receiving texts from them, it could be because they are using an Apple ID to send the iMessage. Unfortunately, Apple IDs cannot be blocked, so it is possible that this is why you are still receiving messages. If this is the case, you may want to consider adjusting your messaging settings to only receive messages from contacts in your address book.
Why Is It Not Possible to Block a Contact on an iPhone?
There could be a few different reasons why you might not be able to block a contact on your iPhone. First, make sure that you are running the latest version of iOS. If you are still not able to block a contact, then it might be because your carrier does not support blocking contacts, or it could also be due to any third-party calling or blocking apps. Lastly, if the contact is using a call-blocking service themselves, then this might also prevent you from blocking them.
Stopping iMessages on Mac
To stop iMessages on Mac, open the Messages app and then select iMessage from the menu bar. Under your Apple ID, uncheck the “Enable Messages in iCloud” option to disable iMessage. This will prevent any new messages from being sent or received via iMessage on your Mac computer. If you’d like to keep your conversation history, you can go to Preferences and choose to keep a copy of the conversation history on your device.
Can Blocked Contacts Still Text Me?
Yes, someone can sill text you if you have blocked them. However, the messages sent to you by the blocked person will not be delivered to your phone. The sender will not receive any notification or indication that the message has not been delivered. This means that the sender may continue to send messages, but they will never reach you.
Conclusion
The MacBook is an excellent laptop that offers a wide range of features for users. It has a sleek design, powerful hardware, and a beautiful display. Its portability makes it great for carrying around and its long battery life allows you to work anywhere. Furthermore, the Mac OS operating system is intuitive and provides a smooth user experience. With its lightweight design, excellent performance, and intuitive operating system, the MacBook is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a reliable laptop.
