# Spam Text Blocker: SpamOff — Filter unwanted SMS messages

> Whitelist-based SMS filter for managing unwanted messages and prioritizing important codes. (iPhone/iPad app by Aleksandr Gubanov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spam-text-blocker-spamoff/id6444895726 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aleksandr Gubanov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1720518583)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.58/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-04-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spam-text-blocker-spamoff/id6444895726/reviews.md

## What is Spam Text Blocker?

Blacklists don’t work anymore. Even trusted sources like your bank bombard you with irrelevant offers, while spammers effortlessly switch numbers to bypass filters. It’s time for a smarter approach.

Take control of your inbox with SpamOff – the first SMS filter built on a whitelist system.

FEATURES
• Mute SMS messages from unknown senders.
• Quickly allow texts based on sender country, favorites list, keywords, or an important texts database.
• Automatically detect and allow OTPs and verification codes to ensure you never miss them.
• Fine-tune your preferences with custom message templates.
• Apply targeted filtering via SIM profiles.

BENEFITS
• 100% on-device processing for enhanced privacy.
• Free of ads and trackers.
• Seamless dark and light mode support.
• Compatible with dynamic type for accessibility.

SpamOff creates a Junk folder in the Messages app, redirecting filtered texts there. You won’t receive notifications for these messages, but they remain accessible for a limited time before being automatically removed by the system.

Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Whitelist-based SMS filtering
- Mute unknown senders
- Automatic OTP detection
- Custom message templates
- Targeted filtering via SIM profiles
- 100% on-device processing
- Ad-free and tracker-free

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $0.49 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $3.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $1.49 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spam-text-blocker-spamoff/id6444895726/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Overall good but be wary

*2024-12-14*

This app does a pretty good job of filtering out messages. Was very helpful during the election season with all the spam texts. However, this will put all random texts in spam unless whitelisted by contact number. This can be inconvenient in situations like someone from an unknown number texting you or you getting a text notification that your order is ready at a restaurant etc. If instead of only being able whitelist by number and message content, we were able to allow messages by keywords, I could’ve made it work.

**Developer response:** Hey, thanks so much for the thoughtful review and for sharing this awesome suggestion! I’m excited to let you know that the feature you requested—allowing messages by keywords—has just been added in version 2.6. It should make handling those unknown but important messages (like order notifications) much easier.

I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback—it helps me make the app better for everyone. Let me know how the new feature works for you!

Thanks again for your support!
~ Alex

### 1/5 — False positive rate was way too high

*2024-08-31*

This app blocked 10 out of 20 of my incoming text messages. Only 2 of them were spam. I also had many one time passcodes blocked even though I turned on the setting to “allow one time passcodes”

**Developer response:** Hey, thanks for the feedback! It sounds like there might have been a misunderstanding about the app’s purpose. SpamOff is designed to allow messages only from senders you know or those you’ve explicitly added to the whitelist. It’s not a traditional spam blocker; it focuses on letting through texts from trusted sources. Regarding the OTP issue, I’d love to improve the detection accuracy. If you could share examples of the blocked messages, that would be super helpful! Feel free to email me at spamoffapp@gmail.com.

Thanks again for your input!
~ Alex

### 5/5 — best

*2024-05-24*

thanks for great app😍

## Frequently asked questions about Spam Text Blocker

### Does SpamOff have ads?

No, SpamOff is completely free of ads and trackers, offering an uninterrupted user experience.

### How does SpamOff compare to traditional blacklists?

Unlike blacklists that rely on known spam numbers, SpamOff uses a proactive whitelist system. This allows you to define trusted senders and automatically detect important codes, providing a more effective and smarter filtering approach.

### What are the subscription options for SpamOff?

SpamOff offers weekly ($0.49), monthly ($0.99 with a 7-day free trial), and yearly ($3.99 with a 7-day free trial) subscription plans for its advanced features.

### Is my data safe with SpamOff?

Yes, SpamOff prioritizes user privacy with 100% on-device processing. This means your messages are filtered directly on your device, and no data is sent to external servers.

### How does SpamOff handle OTPs and verification codes?

SpamOff automatically detects and allows OTPs and verification codes to ensure you never miss important time-sensitive messages. These are prioritized and delivered to your main inbox.

### What devices is SpamOff compatible with?

SpamOff is compatible with both iPhone and iPad devices, supporting dynamic type for accessibility and offering seamless dark and light mode support.

### How often is SpamOff updated?

The latest version of SpamOff is 2.7, and it was last updated on February 4, 2025. Updates typically address bug fixes and introduce new features to enhance the user experience.

### What happens to filtered messages in SpamOff?

Filtered texts are redirected to a Junk folder within your Messages app. You will not receive notifications for these messages, and they are accessible for a limited time before being automatically removed by the system.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.7 — 2025-02-04

• Revamped app icon with a vibrant new look
• Added a “Manage my membership” button at the bottom of the home screen
• The “Allowed Messages” section now redacts placeholder content in previews
• Improved date recognition when marking them as placeholders
• Fixed modal sizing issues on iPad

### 2.6 — 2024-12-23

• Added a new "Keywords" rule to allow messages containing specific phrases.
• Improved the accuracy of OTP and code detection.
• Rename custom rules directly from the home screen by long-pressing them. Drag to reorder.

### 2.5 — 2024-10-13

• The home screen has been rearranged to better reflect the current filtering status.
• Added an “Allowed Messages” section for texts you’d like to receive with a notification.
• Made various small improvements and bug fixes throughout the app.

### 2.4.1 — 2024-08-04

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 2.4 — 2024-04-21

• Whitelisted senders list can now be reordered;
• Improve phone numbers validation;
• Other UI improvements throughout the app.

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All apps by Aleksandr Gubanov: https://appshunter.io/developer/1720518583

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