How do I report harassing text messages UK?

If you have received any threatening or abusive messages, and believe that an offence may have been committed, you can report this to us here online or via the telephone on 101.

How do you report a vulgar text?

If you get an unwanted text message, there are three ways to report it:

1. 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.
2. Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM).
3. Report it to the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

How do you text the police?

How to send a text to 911

1. Open your mobile phone’s text messaging program.
2. Enter the numbers 911 in the “To” field.
3. Type a message with the location of the emergency (including city) and the nature of the emergency (what is happening and whether you need police, fire or medical aid).
4. Press the “Send” button or arrow.

How do you report a text?

Block & report a conversation

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Messages app .
2. Touch and hold the conversation you want to report.
3. Tap Block Report spam. OK.

How do you report someone who keeps texting you?

Report it to your provider at 7726 (SPAM) and to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint or 1-888-382-1222.

How do I report harassing text messages to the police?

How to Report Harassing Text Messages to the Police 1. Save the Harassment Data. Depending on your phone, you may be able to take a “screenshot” of the data. If your phone… 2. Get Your Cell Phone Records. You should be able to login to your account and download your cell phone records. 3.

How do I report spam text messages?

Report spam texts to your carrier. Copy the original message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM) free of charge, if you are an AT, T-Mobile, Verizon, or Sprint subscriber. I fell for that Best Buy one once but never again. This message cannot be made known enough, especially with the contact information for reporting scammers.

How can you tell if a text message is legit?

Legitimate companies won’t send you a text asking for sensitive information. Don’t click on links in the text message. Links can take you to spoof sites that look real but will steal your personal information. Report spam texts to your carrier.

What should I do if a text message asks for personal information?

Delete unwanted text messages that ask you to enter a special code, or to confirm or provide personal information. Legitimate companies won’t send you a text asking for sensitive information. Don’t click on links in the text message. Links can take you to spoof sites that look real but will steal your personal information.