Number Shield 4+
Stop caller ID spoofers
Kinnaman Software LLC
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- £2.99
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Description
Block annoying scammers who hide behind fake phone numbers.
Do you get unwanted calls or text messages from phone numbers similar to your own? With Number Shield, block an entire group of numbers at once. Just enter a wildcard for each digit you want to block.
For example, if your number is 714-555-1234, scammers might use a number like 714-555-6789. Block all similar numbers by entering 714-555-####. Wildcards and numbers can be combined in any order you choose. Block international numbers, too!
Use the "Allow Contacts" option to make sure you don't miss calls from your family and friends.
Block numbers directly from your phone's missed calls screen. Just follow these steps:
1. Tap the “ i ” button next to the missed call.
2. Tap “Share Contact”.
3. Tap “Block Similar Numbers”. (If you don't see this action, tap “Edit Actions...“ to enable it.)
4. Now you'll see the Number Shield number entry screen. Tap “Done” to block calls from similar numbers.
Please note:
• Each number pattern can contain up to 7 wildcards, and up to 50,000,000 phone numbers can be blocked.
• Blocked calls are sent directly to voice mail.
• Blocked text messages are sent to the “Junk” filter in the Messages app.
• iMessage messages are not blocked.
• When “Do Not Disturb” is enabled on your phone, calls that should be blocked may appear in your phone's list of missed calls.
More information about caller ID spoofing in the United States is available from the FCC:
https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/spoofing-and-caller-id
What’s New
Version 3.1.1
Fixed a problem that prevented number patterns from being formatted correctly.
Ratings and Reviews
Worked a treat
I’m in the UK and was getting up to 6 scam calls a day from a number in London that started with the same 6 numbers, but where the last 4 digits changed each time. Because it was always a slightly different number, the in-built number block was useless. After a bit of research, I found this app. To be honest, I wasn’t sure if it would work, let alone in the UK, but it’s brilliant! I haven’t had a call from them since. It’s really easy to set up and so would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to block a particular range of numbers. Worth every penny 🤩
Works as I wanted it to
I’ve been receiving calls from a range of numbers that share the same 5 digits, and wanted to block all numbers that have that prefix.
To do it on the phone, I’d have needed to enter each of the million variations which drove me to see which clever folks have solved the problem.
You did. Within seconds of installing the app, and by following the wildcard instructions to block ranges, 1 million numbers blocked within a minute.
Does what it says on the tin!
Very good so far. I have blocked all 0843 and 0845 numbers and after several days I have not received any when previously I received numerous calls from these numbers every day.
I was under the impression that the app had to remain open for it to work, but the developer responded to my previous review and assured me that this is not so and the app can remain closed on your phone. Fantastic!
Developer Response ,
I'm glad to hear you're happy with Number Shield!
Number Shield doesn't actually need to be open in order for calls to be blocked. Feel free to close it if you want!
App Privacy
The developer, Kinnaman Software LLC, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy.
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Usage Data
- Diagnostics
Privacy practices may vary based on, for example, the features you use or your age. Learn More
Information
- Provider
- Kinnaman Software LLC
- Size
- 15.9 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
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- iPhone
- Requires iOS 12.0 or later.
- iPod touch
- Requires iOS 12.0 or later.
- Languages
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English
- Age Rating
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2023 Kinnaman Software LLC
- Price
- £2.99
Supports
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Family Sharing
Up to six family members can use this app with Family Sharing enabled.