How to Block iMessage Senders in Messages on Mac

Communicating with friends and family over iMessage is excellent. Yet, if a telemarketing agency has your number, iMessage can be an annoyance. Have someone who is causing you a problem? Well, I will show you How to Block iMessage Senders in Messages on Mac.

  1. Open iMessages app
  2. From the toolbar select “Messages
  3. Select ‘Settings” from the menu
  4. Select the “iMessage” tab
  5. Click the + in the bottom left corner
  6. Click a contact to block them

It is not always easy following along with a how-to with a simple list. So I have the how-to with pictures and, if you look below, even video instructions.

How to Block iMessage Senders in Messages on Mac

Blocking someone on iMessage will block them across all your Apple devices. Also, they will be blocked from both Texting and FaceTime.

They don’t have to be permanently blocked from sending texts or face-timing you. They can be easily unblocked.

We have some common questions you may have below but first let’s jump right into How to Block iMessage Senders:

Step 1. Open iMessages app

Step 2. From the toolbar select “Messages

Step 3. Select ‘Settings” from the menu

Messages > Settings
Messages > Settings

Step 4. Select the “iMessage” tab

Messages > Settings > iMessage > Block
Messages > Settings > iMessage > Block

Step 5. Click the + in the bottom left corner

Step 6. Click a contact to block them

Messages > Settings > iMessage > Block
Messages > Settings > iMessage > Block

If you ever want this person(s) to be unblocked at a later date then you can do that. It is easy to achieve by following my How to Unblock Imessage Sender Messages on Mac guide.

How to Block iMessage Senders on Mac

If you prefer video, I have you covered with this simple-to-follow video on How to Block iMessage Senders on Mac.

Block iMessage Senders on Mac FAQ