Have been getting these calls once a day for a month. Someone is using the number. Always a computer sounding disconnect and nothing. Reported them to Do Not Call site since I've been on there since 2008. Also giving them to Sprint.
I returned the call from a different personal phone and received a message from Verizon that the number is out of service. Strange, I have a couple other unwanted calls and to discover their source, I get this out of service. Does anyone know how I can calls from a "Out of Service" finding?
Have been getting these calls once a day for a month. Someone is using the number. Always a computer sounding disconnect and nothing. Reported them to Do Not Call site since I've been on there since 2008. Also giving them to Sprint.
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, spammers and criminals ignore the DNC list.
• 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.
* 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.
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/one-ring-cel ... ing-your-wallet
• 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.
I keep getting this call -- I won't answer it because I am tired of it -- it says from Tenn. but how did they get my number -- Is there anyway to stop it?