How to Unreport Junk Messages on Samsung Phone

Published On - January 25, 2025

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Oops! Did you accidentally report a message as junk on your Samsung phone? Don’t worry. It happens to the best of us! The good news is that you can fix it. Let’s walk you through the process in a simple and fun way.

Grab your phone, sit back, and let’s get started. đź’ˇ

First things first: Why does this matter?

When you report a message as junk, your phone may block the sender or mark their messages as suspicious. This means you might miss important messages. Imagine missing a text from your grandma’s new number! That’s why *unreporting* is key.

Step-by-step guide to unreport junk messages

Here’s how you can easily undo a mistake:

  1. Open the Messages app.
  2. Find the reported message. Look in your “Spam” or “Blocked” folder. These folders hide in the Messages app so dig around a little.
  3. Tap and hold the message. This will select it. You’ll see options pop up at the top or bottom.
  4. Choose “Unblock” or “Not Junk.” This option tells your phone you made an oops!
  5. Move the message back to your inbox. After unreporting, you should also drag or assign the message back to your primary inbox.

Voilà! You’ve rescued that text. Remember, this only works for messages stored locally on your phone. If the sender uses certain online services, you may also need to update your changes with them.

Some quick tips to avoid mistakes in the future

  • Pause before you tap. Double-check before calling anything “junk.” We all move fast, but sometimes slowing down can save you trouble.
  • Know the sender’s number. If a message looks fishy but you recognize the number, it’s likely safe.
  • Add VIP contacts to your favorites. Store important people in your contacts with unique labels. This reduces the chance of mixing them up with spam.

Prevention is better than cure, right?

What if the “Unreport” option isn’t available?

Sometimes, phones can be weird. If you don’t see an “Unreport” option, try these alternative tricks:

  • Mark the sender as “safe.” Go to the sender’s profile by tapping on their name or number. Look for options like “Mark as Safe” or “Unblock.”
  • Check your blocked numbers list. Head to Settings > Messages > Blocked Numbers. Find the one you think is innocent and unblock it.
  • Update your spam filter settings. Change your spam filter to be less aggressive under your phone’s message settings.

But is it really gone?

Unblocking someone or unmarking a message as junk usually works right on the spot. But if you’re unsure, test it! Send a new message to that person and wait for their reply. If all steps were followed correctly, you’re back on track.

Still stuck?

When nothing helps, there’s always customer support. Samsung has great tech support, and most carriers also offer help. You can also check out Samsung’s Community forums for advice from fellow users.

And now, you’re a pro!

You did it! See, fixing mistakes on your Samsung phone isn’t that complicated. With some careful steps and a little patience, you can handle it like a boss. So go on, repair those relationships (and those texts) one message at a time.

Happy messaging! ✨

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