Why do I get random texted links?

Whoever is sending you a spam text message is likely trying to defraud you. Most spam text messages arent coming from another phone. Theyre often originating from a computer and being delivered to your phone — at no cost to the sender — via an email address or an instant messaging account.

How do I stop random texts from linking?

On an Android phone, you can disable all potential spam messages from the Messages app. Tap the three-dot icon in the upper right of the app and select Settings > Spam protection and turn on the Enable spam protection switch.

How do I block spam texts on my Iphone?

Block messages from a specific person or numberIn a Messages conversation, tap the name or number at the top of the conversation, then tap. at the top right.Tap info.Scroll down, then tap Block this Caller.