Robo calls
#1
Robo calls
How is it possible that I am getting these calls from my home number. Who are these people and how and why is this done? I am so tired of all these robo calls. Something really, really, really need to be done about this.
#2
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Southern Louisiana
Posts: 9,829
I agree. But in the meantime, I absolutely refuse to answer a call from someone not in my contact list. The only exception is if I’m expecting a call from a person/company that is not in my list. Otherwise, they can leave a voicemail.
#3
I never answer the phone if I don't recognize the caller and this is what is being advised now especially for seniors. My husband's Eye Dr. uses a 800# with no ID and wonders why we never pick up. I also have a call blocker the kids gave me for Christmas which allows me to block any caller IDs that say "wireless caller, out of area or private caller" or any number I want to. So satisfying to hit the red button that says Block caller.
Last edited by QuiltnNan; 08-17-2019 at 08:49 AM. Reason: shouting/all caps
#4
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Greater Peoria, IL -- just moved!
Posts: 6,183
I've been using "No mo(re) Robo" for a few years now. Free, simple and easy.
https://www.nomorobo.com/
Live people like doctor's offices or whoever can push the button and leave a message. Regular callers are recognized. I probably have at least 5 blocked calls per day.
https://www.nomorobo.com/
Live people like doctor's offices or whoever can push the button and leave a message. Regular callers are recognized. I probably have at least 5 blocked calls per day.
#6
Junior Member
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Lincolnshire, UK
Posts: 175
Same here with the answer machine. If anyone I know calls, their name shows on the screen otherwise, all calls go straight to message. I am on the telephone preference list that is supposed to stop this sort of stuff but a few sneak through about 4pm a couple of times a week. It is usually the same number. When I looked them up on whocalls me, it was a quick loan company otherwise know as Loan Shark.
Last edited by QuiltnNan; 08-17-2019 at 11:46 AM. Reason: language
#7
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Florida
Posts: 5,973
Our police department recommended not to answer any calls not in your call list. Make them leave a message. It's a hoot to hear the ones that want to help me with my federal student loan. They are real people calling. Really, I'm 57.
#9
#10
Super Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Northern Indiana
Posts: 2,679
I keep getting a call saying they see that my car warranty is just about to expire, and press 1 to talk to a person so that I can get the warranty extended. Just one problem, the warranty expired 17 yrs ago on my 2001 Cheverolet
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