Unwanted calls, also known as robocalls, can be extremely annoying. However, there are tools that can help you get rid of them. Here's how to set up "Verified Calls" on your Android device using one of Google's apps.
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“Verified Calls” is a feature found in the “ Phone by Google ” app. Google works with businesses to verify the identity of the caller, show the reason for the call, and even display the business logos. The Google by Phone app can be installed on most Android devices (if it’s not already pre-installed), including Samsung devices .
Once you've installed the Phone by Google app, you'll need to set it as your default phone app so you can control robocalls. If you missed the prompt to do this when you first opened the app, you can also do it manually. The process is slightly different depending on your phone, but it's something similar to Settings > Apps > Default apps > Phone.
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- First, open Phone by Google and tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner.
- Select “Settings” from the menu.
- From the Settings menu, tap “ID Caller and Spam .” It may also be called “Caller ID and Spam.”
- Next, turn on the toggle for “Verified Calls.” This will take you to a screen that asks you to add your phone number to your Google account. This is required to use verified calls. Tap “Yes, I’m in” if you’re okay with accepting this permission.
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You'll be returned to the previous screen and the "Verified Calls" toggle will be enabled. You'll now get much more information on the screen about verified calls, which will help you distinguish between robocalls and real calls.
