- Don't respond to unwanted texts.
- Report spammers to your cellular provider.
- Filter potential spammers.
- Block specific spammers.
- Use a paid text-blocking app.
Can you get in trouble for inappropriate text messages?
Cyberstalking (California Penal Code Section 646.9) Using apps like Tango and other social apps to send unwanted sexually explicit texts, photos, or videos to another person can lead to misdemeanor or felony charges under this law.May 1, 2014
What can you do about inappropriate text messages?
- Report it on the messaging app you use. Look for the option to report junk or spam. How to report spam or junk in the Messages app.
- Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM).
- Report it to the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
What is considered text harassment?
Text harassment is a form of harassment involving the use of text messaging services. Harassers can use a number of tactics including flooding the victim with text messages and sending abusive or threatening messages. There are legal options available to people who are receiving harassing text messages.
Why do I keep getting dirty spam texts?
There are lots of reasons you are getting unwanted text messages. Senders of spam texts are trying to scam you, sell you something, or install a virus on your phone. Those dirty texts might not be enticing to you, but the senders hope they will get someone to bite.