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It’s also a red flag if the caller uses a pre-recorded message, asks for your personal information or uses a sense of urgency. They might even offer a deal that sounds too good to be true or ask you for payment.
It’s important to keep in mind that these scam callers can exploit you, even if you don’t think you’ve provided them with any valuable information. If you answer the call at all, you’ve already proven that your number is real and active, which might make you a target for even more calls.
If you provide any information about yourself during the phone call, scammers might be able to use that info to steal your identity. And even talking on the phone can be dangerous, as some companies might record your voice for vishing attacks.
It’s wise to take action to protect yourself from scam calls
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So what can we do to protect ourselves against spam calls? First, Community Phone recommends adding your phone number to the National Do Not Call Registry. This is a list that allows consumers to opt out of most telemarking calls.
It’s also a good idea to take advantage of any call blocking features your phone, or phone company, has to offer. There are even some third-party apps you can install on your phone to block spam calls. But if the calls do manage to get through, the best course of action is to not answer them at all.
Don’t allow whoever is on the other end of the call to record your voice, especially if they’re asking you to answer questions with “Yes.” And if you’re really not sure if the call is coming from an official government agency or someone trying to scam you, err on the side of caution.
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