Many smartphone users encounter intrusive advertising and information messages from their mobile operator. Owners of devices based Android often notice that offers to activate new services, music subscriptions, or tariff reminders regularly appear in the notification shade. This is not only annoying, but can also distract from important work or drain the battery.
The telecom operator Megafon uses various communication channels to inform subscribers: from classic SMS to special push notifications through proprietary applications. Fortunately, modern operating systems provide extensive capabilities to manage these data flows. You can completely block access to notifications or selectively disable only advertising content, saving important system messages.
In this material we will look at all the available ways to block intrusive messages. We will look at the settings inside the smartphone itself, the use of USSD commands, as well as management through your personal account. Completely disabling all SMS from the operator may lead to missing important messages about the balance or blocking of the number, so it is recommended to use selective filtering. Follow the instructions to clear your screen of excess information noise.
Configuring notifications through the Android system menu
The simplest and most effective way to remove annoying pop-ups is to use the built-in tools of the operating system. Android allows you to manage in detail the rights of each application, including operator system services. First, you need to find in the list of applications the service responsible for sending messages from Megafon.
Usually it can be called “Megafon”, “MegaFon Services” or have a standard name “Messages” if the operator uses a standard gateway. Go to your device's settings and find the section responsible for applications. There you can see a list of all installed apps and system components.
- 📱 Open the menu
Settingson your smartphone. - 🔍 Go to the section
Applications and notifications(the name may vary depending on model). - 📋 Find the application in the list Megaphone or
MegaFon Services. - 🚫 Click on the item
Notificationsand turn the switch to “Disabled.”
After completing these steps, the operating system will no longer display banners and sounds associated with this application. However, it is worth considering that system SMS can be received through the standard Messages application. In this case, you need to set up filtering within the messenger itself.
⚠️ Attention: Completely disabling notifications from the operator's system service may result in you no longer receiving confirmation codes to enter your personal account or banking applications if they come through Megafon's SMS gateway.
Using USSD commands to disable advertising
Telecom operators provide special short codes that allow you to control services directly from your phone keypad. This is a universal method that works on any model Android, even if you do not have access to the Internet. Commands are entered in the application for calls, like a regular phone number.
To disable advertising SMS and newsletters, Megafon has developed a special service. By activating it, you will prevent the operator from sending you commercial offers. This action does not require confirmation via the Internet and is processed by the operator’s servers instantly.
The following is a table of the main commands for managing advertising mailings:
| Action | USSD command | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Disable advertising | *152*2# |
Ban on receiving advertising SMS |
| Check status | *152# |
Information about connected services |
| Stop all mailings | *152*0# |
Unsubscribe from all information services |
| Return of services | *152*1# |
Reconnection of information |
Enter commands carefully, without unnecessary spaces and symbols. After dialing, press the call button. A pop-up window will appear on the screen confirming the successful activation of the service or the status of your subscription.
☑️ Checking whether advertising is disabled
Management through the My Megafon application
The official application of the operator is a powerful tool not only for controlling expenses, but also for setting communication parameters. Through the interface My Megafon you can flexibly configure which messages you want to receive and which should be blocked. This is a more convenient method than using USSD codes, since it provides a visual interface.
Go to the application, log in (usually this happens automatically) and find the section with profile or service settings. The item “Advertising mailings” or “Notification settings” is often hidden there. By disabling this toggle switch, you will send a signal to the server about your reluctance to receive marketing materials.
In addition, in the application you can disable push notifications about the balance status or connected options if you do not need them. To do this:
- Open the application My Megafon.
- Go to the section
Profileor click on the menu icon. - Select item
Settings->Notifications. - Uncheck the “Advertising”, “Promotions” and “News” items.
⚠️ Attention: The application interface can be updated. If you do not find these items, look for sections with similar names, such as “Services”, “Subscriptions” or “Alerts”.
What to do if the application does not work?
If the My Megafon application does not load or displays an error, try clearing its cache in Android settings or reinstall the latest version from Google Play. Management is also available through the web version of your personal account on the operator’s official website.
Blocking through your Personal Account on the website
If you don’t have a smartphone at hand or you prefer to manage services from a computer, use the web version of your personal account. This method is especially convenient for detailed configuration of all connected services. You will need Internet access and your phone number for authorization.
After logging in, go to the service management section. It usually displays a list of all active options. Find categories related to entertainment content, news, or promotional emails. Deactivating these services will stop the flow of related SMS and notifications.
It is also important to check the “Tariffs and Options” section. Sometimes promotional mailings are part of a free package that is enabled by default. Disabling this package may require switching to another tariff or manually deactivating each service individually.
The web interface allows you to see the connection history, which helps you understand which service generates notifications. This is especially useful if you don't remember what exactly you signed up for in the past.
Use the "Service Archive" function in your personal account to see which options were disabled previously and avoid accidentally re-enabling them.
Spam filtering in the Messages application
Even after disabling services on the side operator, some messages may continue to arrive. In this case, the device itself provides effective protection. Modern shells Android (for example, MIUI, OneUI, ColorOS) have built-in powerful spam filters.
You need to go to the settings of the Messages application. Find the "Spam Protection" or "Blocking" section. Add there the Megafon short number (usually 0000 or other service short numbers) from which the advertisement comes.
An alternative method is to use third-party applications for blocking calls and SMS, such as Kaspersky Who Calls or Call Blocker. These apps have updated number databases and can automatically detect and hide advertising messages without disturbing you with a sound signal.
- 🛡️ Open the application
Messages. - ⚙️ Click on the three dots in the corner and select
Settings. - 🚫 Go to
Spam protection(or “Blocking”). - ➕ Add the number of the ad sender to the blacklist.
Solving problems with intrusive subscriptions
Sometimes notifications come not from the operator itself, but from third-party services that charge money through the mobile operator (Direct Carrier Billing). These could be games, horoscopes, weather forecasts or dating. You cannot disable them through your phone settings; you need to contact your operator.
To check all active paid subscriptions, use a single command to disable all paid services. On Methon, this is often a command *152*0# or a special service “Banning subscriptions”. This will prevent accidental connection of content.
If you find an unknown subscription, immediately write to the support chat through the app or call the operator. Demand a refund if the debit occurred without your knowledge. Operators are required to provide information about all connected services upon the subscriber's request.
⚠️ Attention: Terms of service and command codes may be changed by the operator. Up-to-date information about disabling commands can always be found in the “Help” section on the official website or in the application.
An integrated approach: a combination of Android settings, disabling services via USSD and filtering in the Messages application gives a 100% guarantee of getting rid of advertising.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is it safe to turn off all notifications from Megafon?
Yes, it is safe for the phone to work. However, you may stop receiving important system messages, such as 4G/5G connection when traveling abroad or zero balance alerts. It is recommended to disable only advertising mailings.
Why are SMS received after disabling services through the app?
This may be due to data caching on the server or a synchronization delay. It is also possible that the newsletter is sent not by the operator itself, but by a partner service. In this case, only blocking the sender's number in the phone settings will help.
Is it possible to temporarily disable notifications and then turn them back on?
Of course. You can reactivate services at any time through your personal account or USSD commands. Settings in Android can also be changed back in the “Applications” section in a few seconds.
Does turning off notifications affect your tariff plan?
No, refusing informational and advertising mailings does not affect the cost of your main connection and tariff plan. This is a free option that only limits the incoming information flow.