What Is a “Do Not Text” List and How It Works

 A Do Not Text list works like a “Do Not Call” list — it helps protect you from unwanted marketing texts and spam messages from telemarketers. Here’s what you need to know and how to use it effectively.

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1. What the Do Not Text List Is

In the U.S. and Canada, the National Do Not Call Registry also covers most marketing text messages sent by businesses.
When you register your phone number, companies are legally prohibited from sending you unsolicited promotional texts.

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2. How to Register Your Number

Go to the official U.S. government site:
👉 donotcall.gov

• Click “Register Your Phone”

• Enter your mobile number and email

• Confirm the registration through the verification email

Your number will stay on the list permanently unless you remove it.

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3. When It Doesn’t Apply

The Do Not Text rules don’t block messages from:

• Political campaigns

• Charities and nonprofits

• Companies you’ve given permission to contact you

• Informational alerts (like delivery or appointment reminders)

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4. How to Report Unwanted Texts

If you still receive spam after registering:

• Forward the message to 7726 (SPAM)

• Report it on donotcall.gov

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OnePlus Tip: Never reply STOP to random spam texts — it confirms your number is active. Use the official reporting tools instead.