An expert reveals the secret to ending those annoying spam calls for good!
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As we age, we often find ourselves longing for the simpler times when the phone's ring heralded a call from a friend or family member, not the incessant barrage of spam calls that seem to plague our daily lives. For many Americans, these unwanted interruptions are not just a nuisance but can also be a source of anxiety and confusion, particularly when they come from scammers and fraudsters.
But there's good news on the horizon, thanks to insights shared by a former call center worker who has turned her experience on the dark side of phone calls into a beacon of hope for those of us tormented by these relentless ringing of the phone!
In a video, social media user Isabelle, username @belle.pepper, divulges her insider knowledge on how to combat the onslaught of spam calls, drawing from her days of making what she describes as “basically spam calls for a living.”
Isabelle's first tip is a simple yet effective one: register your phone number on the federal Do Not Call list. You can do this by registering your phone number on this government website. This move alone can significantly reduce the number of telemarketing calls you receive. However, she cautions that this list won't shield you from all types of calls such as those with charities, political campaigns, and surveys.
To further tighten the net, Isabelle warns against the seemingly innocent act of entering your phone number on various websites. This, she explains, is akin to opening the floodgates for your personal information to be sold and resold, leading to an exponential increase in unwanted calls.
For those persistent callers who don't take the hint, Isabelle recommends a more direct approach: answer the call, confirm there's a real person on the line, and firmly request to be removed from their calling list before promptly hanging up. She emphasizes the importance of not engaging further, as this can lead to more calls rather than fewer.
And if the calls continue? Isabelle suggests threatening legal action, which can be a powerful deterrent. Under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), consumers have the right to sue for up to $1,500 per unwanted call if certain conditions are met, such as being on the Do Not Call list or receiving calls outside of allowed hours.
While the prospect of legal action may seem daunting, especially for those who may not be as familiar with the intricacies of the legal system, the mere threat is often enough to make the spam callers back off.
Isabelle's final piece of advice is to consider using call blockers, though she cautions that these can sometimes block important calls as well. It's a balancing act between convenience and caution, but one that can lead to a quieter, more peaceful phone line.
The response to Isabelle's video has been overwhelmingly positive, with many viewers sharing their gratitude and their own techniques for dealing with spam calls. Some suggest using the “silence unknown callers” feature on their phones, while others employ tactics like muting the call immediately to confuse potential automated systems.
At The GrayVine, we understand the importance of staying connected without the frustration of unwanted calls. We encourage our members to take control of their phone lines by considering Isabelle's advice and finding the methods that work best for them.
Have you tried any of these techniques to stop spam calls? Or perhaps you've found your own unique way to keep the spam calls away? If you have any tips, please share them with us all in the comments below!
But there's good news on the horizon, thanks to insights shared by a former call center worker who has turned her experience on the dark side of phone calls into a beacon of hope for those of us tormented by these relentless ringing of the phone!
In a video, social media user Isabelle, username @belle.pepper, divulges her insider knowledge on how to combat the onslaught of spam calls, drawing from her days of making what she describes as “basically spam calls for a living.”
Isabelle's first tip is a simple yet effective one: register your phone number on the federal Do Not Call list. You can do this by registering your phone number on this government website. This move alone can significantly reduce the number of telemarketing calls you receive. However, she cautions that this list won't shield you from all types of calls such as those with charities, political campaigns, and surveys.
Do you also get spammed with multiple unwanted calls a day? Image source: Shutterstock.
To further tighten the net, Isabelle warns against the seemingly innocent act of entering your phone number on various websites. This, she explains, is akin to opening the floodgates for your personal information to be sold and resold, leading to an exponential increase in unwanted calls.
For those persistent callers who don't take the hint, Isabelle recommends a more direct approach: answer the call, confirm there's a real person on the line, and firmly request to be removed from their calling list before promptly hanging up. She emphasizes the importance of not engaging further, as this can lead to more calls rather than fewer.
And if the calls continue? Isabelle suggests threatening legal action, which can be a powerful deterrent. Under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), consumers have the right to sue for up to $1,500 per unwanted call if certain conditions are met, such as being on the Do Not Call list or receiving calls outside of allowed hours.
While the prospect of legal action may seem daunting, especially for those who may not be as familiar with the intricacies of the legal system, the mere threat is often enough to make the spam callers back off.
Isabelle's final piece of advice is to consider using call blockers, though she cautions that these can sometimes block important calls as well. It's a balancing act between convenience and caution, but one that can lead to a quieter, more peaceful phone line.
The response to Isabelle's video has been overwhelmingly positive, with many viewers sharing their gratitude and their own techniques for dealing with spam calls. Some suggest using the “silence unknown callers” feature on their phones, while others employ tactics like muting the call immediately to confuse potential automated systems.
At The GrayVine, we understand the importance of staying connected without the frustration of unwanted calls. We encourage our members to take control of their phone lines by considering Isabelle's advice and finding the methods that work best for them.
Have you tried any of these techniques to stop spam calls? Or perhaps you've found your own unique way to keep the spam calls away? If you have any tips, please share them with us all in the comments below!
