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FAQs

Why do I keep getting scam calls from my area code? ›

Neighbor spoofing is when you get a call from an unknown number that looks a lot like the numbers where you live. The incoming call will have the same area code and maybe the same prefix (the three numbers after the area code) as your number. Bad guys do this hoping you'll think it's a “neighbor.”

Yes, this is possible. If you're calling a premium-rate telephone number, then that could cost you a lot of money when you call them. If you text a number associated with a "donation", whether it's legitimate or a scam, your phone bill will likely include additional charges.

(470) 816-0552 is a Debt Collector Robocall.

If you keep receiving unwanted calls from suspicious 833 numbers, this most likely means that your personal number has been leaked on the web. Illegitimate businesses or scammers may try and make the most of this, reaching out to you in an attempt to trick you into paying them money.

It's better to ignore spam calls. When you decline a call, it can alert the spammer that your phone number is active, prompting them to call you again. If you use a call-blocking tool that uses caller ID, you should never answer calls labelled as spam.

If scammers have access to your phone number, they could potentially use it to hack into your online accounts — including your email, social media, and even your bank account.

One way to check if a number is potentially a scam is to use a reverse phone number lookup service. These websites and apps allow you to enter a number and see public information associated with it, such as the registered name, location, and carrier.

Getting calls and messages from numbers you think are spam? You can now confirm whether that number is spam with Truecaller's Spam Number Lookup! Enter the number in the search bar. Truecaller will show spam stats if it's a spam number, giving a detailed breakdown of their activities.

By calling back a spam number, you could be targeted with scam calls and become a victim of AI voice scams. Scammers can record your voice during a scam call and use it to impersonate you in order to obtain money or access private information.

Use of high-pressure sales tactics and “limited-time” offers. Reluctance to answer questions about the business or the offer. Request that you “confirm your personal information” Request payment by means other than credit card –including cash, gift card, wire transfer or private courier.

Can scammer get info from answering my phone? ›

Although cybercriminals cannot steal your information just by you answering a spam call, you should still avoid answering them to prevent them from targeting you more and falling for their scams.

The National Do Not Call Registry protects landline and wireless phone numbers. You can register your numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry at no cost by calling 1-888-382-1222 (voice) or 1-866-290-4236 (TTY). You must call from the phone number you wish to register.

Why am I getting so many spam calls? If you have answered a number of robocalls, it may be because the spam caller sold your number to other scammers or telemarketing companies. Remember, if the call is important enough, the caller will leave a voicemail message.

The star code *60 is used by many network providers to help block spam calls. Simply dial *60 and follow the instructions to block either the most recent number or a specific number. Check with your provider to see if they offer this service. The star code *77 automatically rejects blocked or unidentified numbers.

Register with the Telephone Preference Service

The best way to reduce nuisance calls is to register for free with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). They'll add you to their list of numbers that don't want to receive sales and marketing calls.