One of the great things about apps that facilitate communication on smart devices is that you can block contacts. Whether it's annoying people who might be stalking you online or companies looking to ...

Blocking someone on a platform isn't always a passive-aggressive move. Sometimes, it's just the easiest way to stop unwanted interactions — whether it's someone you'd rather not talk to or irrelevant ...

It's about time that Gmail released a block feature, since we've probably all got spammers or other unwanted contacts we'd like to permanently execute from our inboxes. Google announced its ...

Email filters have existed forever. In fact, a few particularly annoying PR flacks probably would have driven me insane years ago had it not been for the ability to block their persistent pitches for ...

Even the most meticulously maintained private email inbox can become swamped with spam. Or, even worse, someone with personal contact with your email can continue to send email messages despite ...

To block and report emails in Gmail on desktop or mobile, click or tap the "More icon" or the "Report spam" button.

Managing spam in your Gmail inbox can be a challenge, but Gmail offers powerful tools to help you take control. By using features such as filters, blocking options, and organizational tools, you can ...