Spam on a smartphone is not just an annoying factor, but a real security threat. Owners of devices with SIM cards encounter intrusive SMS from scammers, advertising calls and suspicious notifications more often than users of other operators. The reason lies in the aggressive mailing policy itself Android-devices with SIM cards Tele2 encounter intrusive SMS from scammers, advertising calls and suspicious notifications more often than users of other operators. The reason lies in the aggressive mailing policy of the Tele2 (especially for tariffs with bonuses) and database leaks that are actively exploited by spammers. In this article - 7 proven methodshow to clear your phone of spam once and for all, including hidden settings Android 12-14, operator services and third-party applications with real protection.

It is important to understand: spam on Tele2 there are three types: official mailings from the operator (which can be disabled in your personal account), fraudulent SMS with phishing links and automated calls from robots. Each type requires a different approach. We will cover all cases - from basic settings to advanced methods for tech-savvy users. If you are tired of the daily “you won an iPhone” or “your account is blocked”, follow the instructions below.

1. Disabling mailings from Tele2 through your personal account

The first step is to stop the flow legitimate spam from the operator itself. Tele2 by default, connects subscribers to advertising mailings, even if you did not ask for it. To unsubscribe:

  1. Go to the website tele2.ru or open the application My Tele2.
  2. Login by phone number (you will receive an SMS with a code).
  3. In the section Manage services → Mailings and notifications uncheck all the boxes.
  4. Save the changes and reboot the phone.

If the section with mailings is not displayed, try an alternative method:

  • 📱 Dial the command *152*0# on your phone and press call. This is a universal USSD code for disabling all advertising SMS from Tele2.
  • 🔄 After executing the command, reboot the device - sometimes the changes are not applied immediately.
⚠️ Attention: Disabling mailings will not affect system notifications (for example, about the end of money in the account) and will not protect against fraudulent SMS. This requires additional measures.
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2. Blocking spam SMS through standard Android settings

Android 10 and newer has built-in tools for filtering unwanted messages. Here's how to set them up:

  1. Open the application Messages (standard or Google Messages).
  2. Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Spam protection.
  3. Enable the option Spam filtering and Phishing protection.
  4. In the section Blocking numbers add known spam numbers (for example, +79xxxxxx999 or short numbers like 1234).

For owners Samsung, Xiaomi or Huawei the path may differ:

  • 📱 Samsung: Messages → ⚙️ → Blocking numbers and spam
  • 📱 Xiaomi: Messages → ✉️ → Settings → Spam
  • 📱 Huawei: Messages → ⋮ → Settings → Blocking and filtering

If you have installed application Google Messages, activate spam protection at Google level:

  1. Open Settings → Spam protection.
  2. Enable Checking messages for spam i Filtering SMS from unknown senders.
  3. In the section Additional activate Send spam reports to Google - this will help improve the filtering algorithms.

Spam filtering is enabled in the Messages application

Known spam numbers have been added to the black list

Protection against phishing (if any)

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3. Using third-party applications to block spam

Standard tools Android do not always cope with modern spam methods For reliable protection, we recommend installing one of the specialized ones. applications:

Application Features Cons
Truecaller Base of 500 million numbers, blocking SMS and calls, identification of scammers Requires access to contacts, advertising in the free version
SMS Block Easy application, filtering by keywords (for example, "win", "credit") No Russian-language support
Hiya Robocall blocking, integration with contacts, weekly reports on blocked numbers Browser plugins can collect data
Who called? (from Mail.ru) Russian-language interface, database of Russian scammers, checking numbers before answering Data collection for targeted advertising

How to set up Truecaller for maximum protection:

  1. Install the application from Google Play.
  2. When you first start, allow access to Messages, Calls and Contacts.
  3. In the settings, enable:
    • 🔒 Spam blocking (section Protection)
    • 📵 Blocking hidden numbers
    • 🔍 Checking numbers in real time
  • In the section Black list add numbers starting with +7903, +7905 (popular with scammers).
    • ⚠️ Attention: Applications like Truecaller require broad permissions. If you are concerned about privacy, use SMS Block without access to contacts or set up filtering manually via Android Settings.
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    If after installing antispam you stop receiving important SMS (for example, from a bank), add bank numbers to the white list in the application settings.

    4. Blocking spam calls at the Android and Tele2 level

    Spam calls are often disguised as numbers of banks, support services or even government agencies. To get rid of them:

    Method 1: Built-in blocking in Android

    1. Open the application Phone.
    2. Go in Call log, find the spam number and tap on it.
    3. Select Block or Mark as spam (depending on the Android version).

      4. Method 2: Antispam service from Tele2

      Tele2 offers a paid service Antispamthat blocks up to 90% of unwanted calls Connect it. you can:

      • 📱 Via USSD: dial *155*321# and follow the instructions.
      • 💻 In your personal account: Services → Security → Antispam.

    Cost - 30 rubles per month (tariffs may change, check on the operator’s website). The service operates on the basis of a database Tele2, where users report spam numbers.

    Method 3: Manually adding to the blacklist

    For mass blocking:

    1. Go to Settings → Applications → Phone → Blocking numbers.
    2. Add numbers manually or import from a file (if there is a list).
    3. Enable the option Block unknown numbers (caution: this may block important calls too!).
    How to recognize a fraudulent one call?

    Fraudsters often use numbers similar to official ones (for example, +7(495)123-45-67 instead of +7(495)123-45-68 for a bank). Pay attention to:

    - Requests to give the code from SMS or password.

    - Threats (“your account is blocked”).

    - Offers to transfer money to a “safe account.”

    - Numbers with unusual prefixes (+7903, +7905, +375, +380).

    5. Cleaning your phone from spam notifications

    Spam penetrates not only through SMS and calls, but also through push notifications applications. Most often the culprits are:

    • 🎮 Games with aggressive advertising (for example, Candy Crush, Homescapes).
    • 🛒 Store applications (AliExpress, Wildberries, Ozone).
    • 💰 Financial services (microloans, crypto exchanges).

    How to disable spam notifications:

    1. Go to Settings → Applications and notifications → Notifications.
    2. Select the app that is spamming (for example, AliExpress).
    3. Disable the switch Show notifications or set the priority to Low.
    4. For complete cleaning: Settings → Applications → [Application name] → Storage → Clear cache and data.

    If notifications come from unknown sources (for example, “You won a gift!”), it may be a virus Check your phone. antivirus (Dr.Web, Kaspersky) and remove suspicious applications in the section Settings → Applications → All applications (sort by installation date).

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    Disabling notifications does not delete the application, but only stops spam. If you do not need the service, remove it completely.

    6. Advanced methods: ADB and settings for advanced users

    If the standard methods do not help, you can use hidden Android settings or the command line ADB. These methods require technical knowledge!

    Method 1: Blocking SMS via ADB

    Using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) you can block spam numbers on the system level:

    adb shell content insert --uri content://sms/blocked --bind number:s:"+79XXXXXXXXX"

    Where +79XXXXXXXXX — spam number. For mass blocking, create a text file with a list of numbers and use a script.

    Method 2: Setting up Firewall (without root)

    Applications like NetGuard or Blokada can block spam applications from accessing the Internet:

    1. Install NetGuard from Google Play.
    2. Enable Traffic filtering and add applications (AliExpress, games) to the blacklist.
    3. Activate Default blocking for new applications.

    Method 3: Changing APN settings (for Tele2). Access points (APN)

    Sometimes spam comes through message forwarding. To check this:

    1. Go to Settings → Mobile network → Access Points (APN).
    2. Select APN Tele2 (usually tele2.ru or internet.tele2.ru).
    3. Make sure that there are no suspicious addresses in the field MMSC (should be empty or http://mmsc.tele2.ru).
    ⚠️ Attention: Incorrect APN settings can lead to loss of mobile data. Before making changes, save the original settings or take a photo of the screen.

    7. What to do if spam continues: extreme measures

    If none of the methods helped, consider the following steps:

    • 🔄 Changing a number. Tele2 allows you to change your number free of charge once every 3 months (conditions may change). The new number will be free of spam, but scammers can find it again in 2-3 months.
    • 📵 Opt out of SMS banking. Fraudsters often attack numbers linked to bank cards. Replace SMS codes with push notifications in. bank application.
    • 🛡️ Two-factor authentication (2FA). Use Google Authenticator or hardware keys instead of SMS to protect accounts.
    • 📞 Complaint to Roskomnadzor. If spam contains threats or fraud, file a complaint on the website rkn.gov.ru (section "Illegal calls and SMS").

    If you suspect that your number is in the spammers database due to data leaks, check it on services like Have I Been Pwned (enter the number in international format, for example, +79123456789). If a leak is detected, immediately change the passwords for important services.

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    Changing the number is a temporary solution. Without additional protection measures, spam will return in 1-2 months.

    FAQ: Frequently asked questions about spam on Tele2

    Is it possible to return money if scammers cheated through spam SMS?

    Yes, but only if you manage to respond within 24 hours. data-i="268">24 hours

    1. Block the card through the bank application.
    2. Write a statement to the bank about a fraudulent transaction (attach a screenshot of the SMS).
    3. Submit a report to the police (can be done online via website Ministry of Internal Affairs).

    The chances of returning the money depend on the bank. Sberbank and Tinkoff often meet halfway if the transaction falls under an insured event.

    Why does spam continue to arrive after blocking a number?

    Fraudsters use substitution of numbers. (spoofing) —each time they send an SMS from a new number. In this case:

    • Set up filtering by keywords (for example, "win", "credit", "blocking") in the application SMS Block.
    • Disable reception MMS messages (they are often used for phishing). fraudulent? Settings → Messages → Advanced → Automatic MMS download (disable).
    How to distinguish an official SMS from Tele2 from a fraudulent one?

    Official SMS from Tele2 come from short numbers:

    • 1234 — balance notifications.
    • 1520 —tariff information.
    • 1550 —marketing mailings (you can disable).

    Fraudsters often fake these numbers, but their SMS usually contains:

    • Links to third-party sites (for example, tele2-promo.ru instead of tele2.ru).
    • Errors in the text (“debiting funds”, "gift").
    • Please follow the link or provide personal information.
    Does flashing your phone help against spam?

    No, flashing it will not solve the problem, since spam comes to the level SIM cards and numbers, not the operating system. However, it can. help if:

    • Your phone is infected viruswhich steals SMS or sends spam on your behalf.
    • You want to delete all data (including possible spam applications) and start from scratch.

    Before flashing, make a backup copy of your important data!

    Is it possible to sue Tele2 for spam?

    Technically, yes, but it is difficult and rarely justified. According to the Law “On Advertising” (Article 18), sending without the user’s consent. is prohibited. To file a claim:

    1. Collect evidence (SMS screenshots with dates).
    2. Write a claim to Tele2 (via your personal account or by mail to your legal address).
    3. If the answer is not satisfactory, go to court demanding compensation. moral damage (usually 5-10 thousand rubles).

    In practice, it is easier to change the operator - MTS and Beeline offer more flexible antispam settings.