{"id":105485,"date":"2021-01-27T11:46:36","date_gmt":"2021-01-27T11:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/?p=105485"},"modified":"2021-02-09T05:50:08","modified_gmt":"2021-02-09T05:50:08","slug":"pta-block-unwanted-calls-messages-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/pta-block-unwanted-calls-messages-process.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Block Unwanted Calls and Messages on Your Mobile Phones"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>In This Post:<\/em><\/strong><br><strong><a href=\"#How-to-Block-Unwanted-Calls-and-SMS\">How to Block Unwanted Calls and SMS<\/a><br><a href=\"#More-About-PTA-Device-Verification-System\">More About PTA Device Verification System<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The telecommunication network in Pakistan is growing at a fast pace. According to a recently published report, the country now has more than 162 million mobile and wireless network subscribers. For the sustainability of operations at such an enormous scale, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has taken many noteworthy initiatives in recent years to protect users from unsolicited digital communication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, PTA now allows users to block unwanted calls and messages as well as telecommunication marketing on their phones. The process of blocking\/unblocking obnoxious telecommunication on your mobile is very easy and has been elaborated below in a step-by-step manner. Take a look!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How-to-Block-Unwanted-Calls-and-SMS\">How to Block Unwanted Calls and SMS on Your Mobile Device<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"How to Block Unwanted Calls and SMS on Your Mobile Device\" class=\"wp-image-105492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/3-14.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>PTA now allows you to stop unwanted calls and SMS (Credits: Facebook.com\/PTA Official Page)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Calls and messages based on telecommunication marketing can be very disturbing at times. PTA now allows you to easily get them blocked. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Block Telecommunication Marketing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To get rid of telecommunication marketing, all you have to do is to register your number or subscriber\u2019s identity on the Do Not Call Register (DCNR) portal.<\/li><li>To do so, simply open the messaging app on your mobile device.<\/li><li>Type \u201c<strong>reg<\/strong>\u201d and send it to <strong>3627<\/strong><\/li><li>It will allow you to stop receiving all types of telecommunication marketing calls and SMS on your mobile phone.<\/li><li>If, for some reason, you still get such unwanted calls and messages, contact your concerned telecommunication company.<\/li><li>If you want to resume receiving telecommunication marketing SMS and calls on your phone, just type \u201c<strong>unreg<\/strong>\u201d and send it again to <strong>3627<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Block Spamming and Unsolicited Calls\/SMS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep yourself protected from spamming and unsolicited communication, here\u2019s what you need to do:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Open the messaging app on your mobile device<\/li><li>Type in the spammer\u2019s contact number as well as the message you may have received after giving space and send it to <strong>9000<\/strong>.<\/li><li>PKR 10 per message will be deducted as SMS charges, which is to discourage users from misusing this facility.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Block Obnoxious Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of blocking obnoxious messages and calls may differ for subscribers of different telecommunication operators. For example, Jazz, Telenor, and Ufone subscribers have to dial <strong>*420#<\/strong> to block unwanted calls and messages. On the other hand, Zong users can simply call \u2018<strong>420<\/strong>\u2019 for such a purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"More-About-PTA-Device-Verification-System\">More About PTA Device Verification System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"PTA IMEI CHECK Via App\" class=\"wp-image-90973\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06-368x230.jpg 368w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PTA-IMEI-Check-C-04-06.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>App interface of PTA Device Verification System (Credits: Google Play)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To effectively stop the trade of stolen and smuggled mobile devices in the country, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has also recently launched a digitally-powered PTA Device Verification System (DVS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It allows users to verify their mobile devices online to check whether they are compliant with PTA or not. The device\u2019s International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI), which is a 15 digit number, is used by this tech-driven verification system. The IMEI number is either mentioned on the packaging or on the back of a mobile device, sometimes beneath the battery if the phone has a removable back cover.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also fetch your mobile\u2019s IMEI number by dialing <strong>*#06#<\/strong>. Also, if you buy an imported or a used mobile phone, it\u2019s essential for you to get your device verified and registered so it wouldn\u2019t be blocked from receiving cellular reception by PTA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PTA allows you to verify your mobile devices in three different ways. You can either visit the official website for device verification, download the app from your Android and iOS devices, or through their SMS service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On a side note, if you are willing to learn more about PTA Device Verification System, here are a couple of posts that may interest you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/pta-imei-check-guide.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Verify Your Mobile\u2019s IMEI Number with PTA<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/pta-device-verification-system-dvs-pakistan.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Your Complete Guide to Verifying Your Mobile Device via PTA<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So, these were all the latest updates regarding PTA\u2019s noteworthy initiatives in recent years to protect users from spamming and prevent different types of fraudulent and obnoxious activities in the field of telecommunication. If you have found the information in this post useful, don\u2019t forget to share it with your friends and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any queries or feedback related to this piece, don\u2019t hesitate to drop us an email at <a href=\"mailto:blog@zameen.com\">blog@<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"mailto:blog@zameen.com\" target=\"_blank\">zameen<\/a><a href=\"mailto:blog@zameen.com\">.com<\/a>. We\u2019ll try to respond to your emails as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking for the best real estate blogs in Pakistan? Want to connect to the top source of property blogs in Pakistan? Keep reading<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\"> Zameen Blog<\/a> and share your favourite pieces with your friends and family. 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The process of blocking\/unblocking obnoxious telecommunication on your mobile is very easy and has been elaborated below in a step-by-step manner. Take a look! How to Block Unwanted Calls and SMS on Your Mobile Device Calls and messages based on telecommunication marketing can be very disturbing at times. PTA now allows you to easily get them blocked. Here\u2019s how: How to Block Telecommunication Marketing To get rid of telecommunication marketing, all you have to do is to register your number or subscriber\u2019s identity on the Do Not Call Register (DCNR) portal. To do so, simply open the messaging app on your mobile device. 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