Verizon Txt Msgs Hit Record High - Blocking Available

In the first quarter of 2008, Verizon Wireless delivered nearly 58 billion text messages from coast to coast. But for those looking to control text messaging, such as on their child's cell phone, Verizon Wireless offers numerous consumer-friendly options to block some or all text messages.

These options include: Blocking: Customers can log into http://www.vtext.com or http://text.vzw.com using their mobile number and password, choose preferences, then text blocking, then select from several options --

1. Block all messages from the Web/Internet (where most spam is generated)
2. Block all messages from e-mail
3. Block messages from up to 15 specific domain names or e-mail addresses.
4. Allow only texts sent to a nickname@vtext.com.

Premium SMS Blocking
Log into "My Verizon" on http://www.verizonwireless.com, choose features, then choose add/delete to block only text messages for short code campaigns that involve premium charges. V-BLOCK: This option prevents a specific mobile number/cell phone from sending or receiving text messages. The only messages the customer will receive are voicemail alerts.

Customers can also add any of these options by calling Customer Service.