Stop Spam in Messenger: Tactics to Block Messages & Notifications from Strangers

The discussion revolves around the issue of spam messages received on Facebook Messenger from unknown users. Participants identify these messages as likely originating from scammers and suggest disabling notifications to mitigate annoyance. A key point raised is that linking Facebook accounts to other platforms increases spam likelihood. Users express frustration over the persistent nature of these messages, even after blocking known senders. Suggestions include adjusting privacy settings and considering account deletion as a last resort, although some argue that starting a new account may not effectively resolve the issue.
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