How can I change message settings to filter unknown senders?

messages app when opened shows all unread messages even from unknown senders when already filtered have to switch to known senders every time opened can I change this



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iPhone 13 mini, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 29, 2025 11:07 AM

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Apr 29, 2025 09:10 PM in response to Nate2771

"All unread messages show when messages app is opened: messages app when opened shows all unread messages even from unknown senders when already filtered have to switch to known senders every time opened can I change this"

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Filtered Messages Going Though:


I. Perform a Force Restart:

Save what need be, and then Force Restart your iPhone, and then open the Messages app once you are back on the home page. See if no longer continues from there. Go Here: Force Restart iPhone - Apple Support


II. Two Free Apps to Block Messages:

A. Using the App Called Bouncer:

For text messages, there is an app called Bouncer, which block messages out by keywords. But, if these are not text messages, then is would not be an option. Here is the link: Bouncer: Text Messages Blocker 4+ - App Store

B. Use Malwarebytes Mobile Security:

The free version blocks popups. The paid version blocks out known spam numbers, lets you add number to the block list, and allows you to report these numbers to the Developer. So, consider using it. Read the following post to see how to use this software: Blocked numbers - Apple Community

Get it Right in the App Store: Malwarebytes - Mobile Security - App Store

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