what is robocall and how to block scam calls and robocalls
Introduction
Since the advent of smartphones and the era dominated by constant connectivity, the rise of robocalls has become an undeniable nuisance for individuals globally. These automated, pre-recorded messages are only meant for people who are abusive; They collect privacy information and pose serious security threats. Let’s delve into the world of robocalls, and understand their mechanics, impact and the ongoing war against them
what is Robocall and meaning
A robocall is a phone call that uses a computerized autodialer. A pre-recorded message is delivered by a robot. Robocalls are often associated with politicians and telemarketing phone campaigns, and are also used for public service and emergency services.
There are many types scam
1 spooging scam
2 IRS scam
3 charity scam
4 Travel scam
5 customer care scam
6 Loan scam
7 sales scam
Robocall Illegal
1 yes Some robocalls are considered legitimate in the US
2 Are allowed without permission under the FTS’s rules
3 With the advent of artificial intelligence, every task has become very easy
4 Due to the advent of artificial intelligence, excessive scams take place
5 People beware with the advent of artificial intelligence, there will be more scams.please be awear
How to avoid robocalls and scam calls.
Here are some tips on how to avoid scam calls and robocalls
1 You should never give out your personal or financial information through text or email or calls
2 If someone pressures you to share information or make a payment, never do so
3 OTP and any other confidential information should not be disclosed through the call
4 Don’t accept any kind of information and video calls with a person you don’t know
5 IF there is pressure to act now.it is a scam
6 If you open your account online and your credit card and debit card have expired, these calls are scam calls.
7 always check on a charity before donating
8 In the recent days, most of the scams are through WhatsApp. They make video calls to your number. The caller is a girl and she is not wearing any kind of clothes. They assume this identity and start blackmailing
If you Answered a scam call what happens?
If you reply to a scam call, you are more likely to give the scam call a chance By picking up the phone you are essentially telling robocallers that your number is active and they could in turn sell your number to other telemarketers. This is a very important point that you should not answer a number that doesn’t donot know foryou
Here are some steps on how to answer scam calls
1 As soon as you realize it’s a robocall you hang up the call and if you talk too much with the scam call they will collect your voice and you will whistle to them and make you believe everything they say so don’t talk too much
2 Don’t use the word “yes” to yourself. At first, most robocalls start with a question. Hello “can you here me ? to which people may reply “yes” without thinking. they can then store recoding of your confirmation and use it for fraudulent activities. So, Avoid saying yes where possible.
3 Most of the time the scam calls come from the salesman who says do not respond.
4 Some calls will come and you may have been given one press one for more information press two says don’t do such a thing
5 Report the call to the FTC. You can report robocall to the federal Trade Commission at donotcall.gov. By reporting the number which appears on your caller ID. Track down the scammer behind the call
How can Verizon customer report a Robocall?
The call filter app and my Verizon allow wireless customers to report a number as spam
If you think we’ve mistakenly made or blocked a legitimate call, please report it on the Spam Response website.
How to report robocall?
Are you leave in us .in the us .you can report robocall to the federal Trade Commission. You can also register your number with the National Do not call Registry.(bear in mind this will only work foe companies that follow the Law -scammer won’t care if your number is registered in this way).
Should you block scam calls? Follow some steps below.
IPhone IOS devices enable you to prevent specific numbers from contacting you. Or. If you prefer, you can forward all call from unfamiliar contacts directly to voicemail.
To block a number on your iPhone:
1 Go to the iPhone app and tap “recents”
2 Locate the number you would like to block
3 Tap the blue “I” inside a circle to the right of the number
4 On the next screen , scroll down and tap on “block this caller”
5 Tap on the option “Block contact” on the message which pop up
How do you block all numbers that are not in your contacts list?
1 Go to “settings” and select the option “Phone”
2 Scroll down
3 Tap the “Silence Unknown Callers” switch. So it displays as green
How to block robocall on Android devices?
Follow the steps given below
To block a number on your Android device:
1 Open the Phone app from the home screen
2 Located the tab “Recent” and tap on it
3 Find the number you want to block ,tap on it and then tap “I” in a circle
4 Locate the “block” button and confirm by hitting “block” in the pop -up message
To block unknow numbers on your Android device:
1 open the Phone app from the home screen
2 Locate three dots and top on them to open a drop-down menu
4 Tap on “block Numbers”
5 Toggle the “block Unknown callers” switch to green