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Google Messages has become one of the most widely used messaging apps for Android users due to its clean interface, powerful RCS features, and integration with Google services. But like any messaging platform, unwanted messages, spam, or annoying notifications can become a nuisance. Thankfully, Google Messages offers robust tools to block, report, or mute conversations, ensuring you maintain control over your messaging experience.
In this detailed guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about how to block a contact, report spam or abuse, and mute conversations—step-by-step.
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Why You Might Want to Block, Report, or Mute Someone
Before jumping into the how-to, let’s quickly explore why these options are helpful:
- Block: Stops receiving texts and calls from specific contacts or unknown numbers.
- Report: Flags a conversation as spam or abusive, helping Google improve spam detection.
- Mute: Silences notifications for a specific conversation without blocking the person.
Each feature serves a different purpose, and understanding when to use which can make your messaging life more peaceful and secure.
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How to Block a Contact or Number in Google Messages
Blocking someone in Google Messages will prevent them from sending you any further messages or calls. You can still see the conversation history, but you won’t get any new messages or alerts from that number.
Steps to Block Someone:
- Open the Google Messages app on your Android device.
- Tap and open the conversation with the person or number you want to block.
- Tap the three vertical dots in the upper-right corner.
- Select “Details” from the dropdown menu.
- Scroll down and tap “Block & report spam.”
- A confirmation pop-up will appear. You can:
- Block only, or
- Block and report the contact as spam (optional).
- Tap OK to confirm.
Once blocked, you will no longer receive text messages, calls, or RCS messages from this number.
Tip:
Blocking someone doesn’t delete the conversation. You can still manually delete the chat if you prefer to remove it from your view.
How to Report Spam or Abusive Messages
Reporting spam helps improve Google’s spam detection system. If you receive a message that looks like a scam, promotional ad, or suspicious link from an unknown number, you should report it.
Steps to Report Spam:
- Open Google Messages.
- Tap the conversation you believe is spam.
- When you open the chat, Google Messages often detects spam automatically and will show a “Report spam” option. Tap it.
- If you don’t see the prompt, tap the three-dot menu, then Details > Block & report spam.
- Tap OK to confirm.
What Happens When You Report:
- The message content and sender’s information may be sent to Google for analysis.
- The number will be blocked automatically.
- The conversation may be deleted (depending on settings).
Privacy Note:
When you report spam, Google may use the message contents to improve spam filtering algorithms but does not share your personal information with the sender.
How to Mute a Conversation in Google Messages
Muting a conversation means you will still receive messages from that person or group, but your phone won’t vibrate, ring, or show push notifications for it. This is ideal for group chats or message threads that are active but not urgent.
Steps to Mute a Chat:
- Open the Google Messages app.
- Find the conversation you want to mute.
- Tap and hold the conversation to select it.
- Tap the bell icon at the top of the screen. (The icon will show a slash through it after muting.)
- You’ll no longer get notifications for that chat.
To unmute:
- Tap and hold the conversation again, and tap the bell icon once more to re-enable notifications.
Muting Group Chats vs. Individuals
- You can mute both group chats and individual conversations.
- Muting doesn’t block the messages; they’ll appear silently in your inbox.
- Ideal for silencing busy group chats at work or social events.
How to Unblock a Number in Google Messages
If you change your mind and want to unblock someone, the process is simple.
To Unblock Someone:
- Open Google Messages.
- Tap the three-dot menu (top-right).
- Go to Spam & blocked.
- Find the contact or number you want to unblock.
- Open the conversation.
- Tap the three-dot menu > Details > Tap Unblock.
Alternatively:
- You can go to your device’s Phone app > Settings > Blocked numbers and remove the number from the list.
What’s the Difference Between Block, Mute, and Archive?
| Feature | What It Does | Will You Get Messages? | Will You Get Notifications? | Sender Notified? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block | Stops all messages and calls from a number | No | No | No |
| Mute | Silences notifications for a chat | Yes | No | No |
| Archive | Hides the chat from main view | Yes | Yes (unless muted) | No |
Knowing when to use each feature helps you manage your inbox more efficiently.
How to Archive Conversations (Bonus Tip)
Archiving conversations helps keep your main inbox clutter-free.
Steps to Archive a Chat:
- Open Google Messages.
- Long-press the chat you want to archive.
- Tap the archive box icon at the top.
To view archived chats:
- Tap the three-line menu (hamburger) on the top left > Archived.
You can always unarchive by long-pressing the chat and tapping the unarchive icon.
Can the Other Person Tell If You Block or Mute Them?
This is a common question.
- If You Block Someone: They won’t be notified, but their messages won’t be delivered. If they use RCS (like iMessage), their messages may appear as “sent” but not “delivered.”
- If You Mute: They have no way of knowing. Their messages go through, but you won’t be notified.
So, both actions are private and discreet.
Managing Spam and Blocking Settings on Google Messages
To take more control of your spam filtering and blocked list:
Open Spam Settings:
- Go to Google Messages.
- Tap three-dot menu > Settings > Spam protection.
- Toggle on “Enable spam protection” if not already.
This enables Google’s smart spam detection, which automatically filters suspicious messages.
Blocking Numbers via Phone App (Alternative Method)
You can also block a number directly from your phone dialer, which works across both calls and texts.
Steps:
- Open the Phone app.
- Go to Recents or Contacts.
- Tap the number or contact.
- Tap the three-dot menu > Block/report spam.
This blocks both messages and calls from that number.
Tips to Manage Messaging Privacy
- Regularly review your blocked list and archived chats.
- Don’t click on suspicious links in messages.
- Avoid replying to unknown senders—it may validate your number to spammers.
- Report phishing or fraud attempts via the “Report spam” feature.
What’s New in 2025?
In 2025, Google Messages introduced smarter spam filtering and AI-based prioritization, making it easier to:
- Automatically categorize conversations (e.g., personal, promotions, verification codes).
- Get AI-suggested actions, like blocking or archiving promotional texts.
- Use cross-device syncing to block numbers across all signed-in devices.
Whether you’re dealing with spam, annoying group chats, or unwanted conversations, Google Messages gives you simple yet powerful tools to stay in control. With the ability to block, report, and mute, your messaging experience can stay clean, organized, and stress-free.
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