905-919-3506
Ontario, CANADA
 | Slim 2014-06-21 23:13:30 Unknown |
Authorization:
- The scammers themselves
Controls:
- Little to none, since these criminals are difficult to catch, often calling from overseas.
Dialing method:
- War dialing computers. Numbers are numbers.
Well, what options does one have to defend themselves against intrusive callers?
? The Do Not Call list (Federal or State)
Works, but is effective against ONLY "legitimate" telemarketers. Political callers, surveys and some other callers are exempt. Scammers ignore the DNC list.
? NoMoRobo
A system offered by some telephone providers, to help automatically block robocalls. Google "nomorobo" to see if it works with your phone provider.
? Shouting, screaming, swearing at the caller
Nope. Does not stop calls. May make you hoarse, and will disturb nearby people.
? Call blocker app, device or service
Could be a good choice (even though the scammers can use fake phone numbers), and some apps are free!
Google "call blocker" for more information, or check your favorite online sales site for a list.
http://gg.gg/blockers
Your phone provider may also offer blocking services. Check their web page for information.
If you cannot use any of the above defenses, then:
? Do not answer calls from unknown numbers ... let them go to voicemail or answering service
? Do NOT return calls from unknown numbers! All that does is verify your phone number! And, in some cases, those return calls may cost $20 or more to complete.
? If you have a "dumb" cell phone, assign the scammer's number to a group named "scammers" (or similar). Then, assign a silent ringtone to that group.
- The scammers themselves
Controls:
- Little to none, since these criminals are difficult to catch, often calling from overseas.
Dialing method:
- War dialing computers. Numbers are numbers.
Well, what options does one have to defend themselves against intrusive callers?
? The Do Not Call list (Federal or State)
Works, but is effective against ONLY "legitimate" telemarketers. Political callers, surveys and some other callers are exempt. Scammers ignore the DNC list.
? NoMoRobo
A system offered by some telephone providers, to help automatically block robocalls. Google "nomorobo" to see if it works with your phone provider.
? Shouting, screaming, swearing at the caller
Nope. Does not stop calls. May make you hoarse, and will disturb nearby people.
? Call blocker app, device or service
Could be a good choice (even though the scammers can use fake phone numbers), and some apps are free!
Google "call blocker" for more information, or check your favorite online sales site for a list.
http://gg.gg/blockers
Your phone provider may also offer blocking services. Check their web page for information.
If you cannot use any of the above defenses, then:
? Do not answer calls from unknown numbers ... let them go to voicemail or answering service
? Do NOT return calls from unknown numbers! All that does is verify your phone number! And, in some cases, those return calls may cost $20 or more to complete.
? If you have a "dumb" cell phone, assign the scammer's number to a group named "scammers" (or similar). Then, assign a silent ringtone to that group.
| toofedup 2014-06-21 23:10:58 Unknown |
got calls from this # but I won't answer- what gives with these unwanted calls? Who authorizes them? are there no controls on the phone calls at all these days - I have an unlisted number so exactly how are these idiots getting through? would love to know!
| jack 2014-06-19 21:14:29 Unknown |
called several times, i ve blocked it.
| Becks 2014-06-19 00:44:36 Unknown |
Multiples calls a week from this number, but no one responds when I answer. No messages either. Blocked the number.
| Scott McWilliams 2014-06-17 21:48:08 Unknown |
Got 2 calls today from that number, no message left.
| Jay 2014-06-17 21:44:34 Unknown |
The same here, 7 times in the last 2 days. Always hangs up when I answer.
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