I will not answer calls from numbers I don't know.
It is best to not even answer any call from an unrecognized number. If it is important, someone will leave a message or call back.
The simple fact that you answered the call lets the sender know that it is a valid number and they sell it. They do not even have to be selling a valid product. If you press any key, then they know it is a valid number and if you say anything, especially if it is offensive, then you guarantee that your number will be sold.
About 5 months ago, I stopped answering calls from unknown numbers and I have seen a distinct decrease in all calls even valid commercial ones. I used to receive about 2 - 3 calls a day and now it is down to about 1 a week.
Records are being kept that increase the validity of your number being active based on the number of times you have answered these phishing calls. Those numbers with the highest connect rate net the most profit for the phishers and are highly prized for the commercial industry.
I just did. Some home security system I can get "free" if I place a sign in my yard. They call constantly from different numbers. I block them each time. The "do not call list" is one more government joke that just wastes money.
Got call from this number with same message a Norm received. Pressed one and when rep came online I asked to speak to a supervisor. Female on the line said no and hung up.
Agree with Norm. I've had numerous calls and taken the same steps without success. I guess I need to invite them out and have them arrested for trespassing when they show.
I will not answer calls from numbers I don't know.
It is best to not even answer any call from an unrecognized number. If it is important, someone will leave a message or call back.
The simple fact that you answered the call lets the sender know that it is a valid number and they sell it. They do not even have to be selling a valid product. If you press any key, then they know it is a valid number and if you say anything, especially if it is offensive, then you guarantee that your number will be sold.
About 5 months ago, I stopped answering calls from unknown numbers and I have seen a distinct decrease in all calls even valid commercial ones. I used to receive about 2 - 3 calls a day and now it is down to about 1 a week.
Records are being kept that increase the validity of your number being active based on the number of times you have answered these phishing calls. Those numbers with the highest connect rate net the most profit for the phishers and are highly prized for the commercial industry.