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Sending the text message reports the spam message to GSMA's Spam Reporting Service program. Your phone carrier may respond and ask for the number associated with that text.

Tracking the Origin of an Unsolicited Text Message One of the easiest options is to check Google. If you enter the phone number into Google, it's likely to link back to a company or public institution where the call is coming from.

The 7726 number is linked to all the UK's phone networks. It means the scam number can be blocked and investigated. You can also send an email containing details of the smishing message to spam@o2.com (the same address can be used for reporting scam calls and emails).

Another way to trace the sender of a text message is by checking your phone records. You can check your call logs or text message history to find out the number that sent the text message. You can then use a reverse phone lookup service to get more information about the person who owns the phone number.

If you get an unwanted text message, there are three ways to report it: Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM). This helps your wireless provider spot and block similar messages in the future. Report it on the messaging app you use. ... Report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM). This helps your wireless provider spot and block similar messages in the future. Report it on the messaging app you use. Look for the option to report junk or spam.

The code 7726 offers a quick and easy way to forward spam text messages to your cell phone carrier's spam department or team, so they can then take action against spammers. The code is easy to remember because it spells "spam." When you forward a text to 7726, it alerts your cell phone carrier of a spam problem.