How to Block specific phone numbers from calling you

Privacy is important. Whether its a telemarketer or a crazy ex, sometimes you may need to block someone from contacting you. With this tutorial, learn how to get rid of those pesky callers.

You Will Need

• Internet access

• Phone

• Call-blocking service

• Cell phone's owner's manual

• Knowledge about state laws

• Caller ID

Step 1: Register your phone number

Register your landline and cell phone number online with the National Do Not Call Registry.

Telemarketing calls will stop approximately 31 days after registering.

Step 2: Sign up

Sign up for a call-blocking service that meets your needs through your landline service provider. Call your provider for more information on their available call blocking services.

Step 3: Block cell phone calls

Blocking unwanted calls from your cell phone depends on the particular phone and service you use. Check your owner's manual for filtering options.

Step 4: Review state laws

Research your state's laws. Help may be offered for cell phone users depending on your states phone harassment or cyber stalking laws.

Step 5: Get caller ID

Get caller ID to know who is calling. You can choose to either answer or ignore the call.

Step 6: Block your number

Block your own phone number from being seen by the receiver by dialing star-67 before dialing the number.

Did you know? Telemarketers who call a consumer registered on the National Do Not Call Registry can be fined up to $11,000 per incident.