Blocking Unwanted Calls on Your Landline with AT&T
Are you tired of receiving unwanted calls on your AT&T landline? You're not alone. Thankfully, AT&T offers several ways to block calls and protect your privacy. Let's dive into how you can effectively block calls on your landline with AT&T.
Understanding AT&T's Call Blocking Services
AT&T provides two primary call blocking services: Call Protect and Selective Call Forwarding. Both services are designed to help you control which calls reach your landline, but they work in slightly different ways.
AT&T Call Protect
Call Protect is a free service that automatically blocks suspected spam calls before your phone even rings. It also allows you to block specific numbers manually. Here's how to set it up:
- Log in to your My AT&T account.
- Navigate to the "Wireless" section and select your phone number.
- Scroll down to the "Call Protect" section and follow the prompts to turn it on.
Once enabled, Call Protect will start blocking suspected spam calls. You can also add numbers to your personal block list at any time.
AT&T Selective Call Forwarding
Selective Call Forwarding allows you to forward calls from specific numbers to another phone number. This can be useful if you want to divert calls from a particular number to your mobile phone, for example. Here's how to set it up:
- Dial *63 from your landline phone.
- When prompted, enter the 10-digit number you want to forward calls from.
- Press the # key to confirm.
- Enter the 10-digit number you want to forward calls to.
- Press the # key to confirm.
- Hang up the phone.
You can add up to 10 numbers to your selective call forwarding list. To remove a number, simply dial *87 and follow the prompts.
How to Block International Calls
If you're receiving unwanted international calls, you can block them using the following steps:
- Dial *67 from your landline phone.
- When prompted, enter the international number you want to block, including the country code.
- Press the # key to confirm.
You can add up to 10 international numbers to your block list. To remove a number, dial *87 and follow the prompts.
Additional Tips for Protecting Your Landline
In addition to using AT&T's call blocking services, there are a few other tips you can follow to protect your landline from unwanted calls:
- Don't answer calls from unknown numbers.
- Don't give out your landline number to unknown parties.
- Consider using a call screening service or app to help identify and block unwanted calls.
- Regularly update your call blocking services to ensure they remain effective.
By following these tips and utilizing AT&T's call blocking services, you can significantly reduce the number of unwanted calls you receive on your landline. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, don't hesitate to contact AT&T's customer support.
