Chinese Robocall
You might have heard of some phone calls or voice mails with a female speaking voice in Chinese or probably got one. Right?! The reason behind those phone calls are discussed below-
This robocall kinda reminds you of some reason behind scams. However, it makes sense cause these kinda calls are sort of a con to trick certain people into making a lot of money. With little to no risk of being caught.
These scammers send enough phone calls, social media posts, or emails to make fool out of regular people.
Chinese migrant populations are these robocalls’ main targets. But this is a bit surprising but the same formulas and manners are used by English-speaking Scammers.
Some examples that might sound known are given below-
Bank of America claims your account has been closed and your debit card has been jeopardized. Chinese embassy claiming that for financial crimes you are being investigated in China. Package delivery might claim that you have a package by which you do money laundering.
These are so popular in America while other countries have started to be targeted too. Most of the time they pick you just randomly by blocks. in Other words, you are not being chosen but your number just came up on a shuffle.
It’s really difficult to catch these scammers. Arguing, or reporting won’t be able to stop them. It would be absolutely a waste of time.
So the most efficient way to avoid them is to spot them and try not to respond.
How To Report Robocalls
You might not be aware of robocalls that you recently got but reporting is important. It would help the authority to understand the patterns of these frauds, locate them and investigate. This will also create awareness. Here’s how to do it.
Register your number to the national do not call registry. Within 31 days of the registry, if you get any unwanted calls, report FTC. Your registration certainly won’t prevent some companies to reach out to you through robocalls.
Can You Block Robocalls?
NO. Robocalls can reach any legal borders and within physical limits. Most of the robocalls are being operated from oversea countries.
This helps scammers to get away easily with actions cause they work around legal round systems. Yet there are possible things you can attempt to reduce the robocall scams.
Always remember these important rules:
Never share your contact info online. Always read terms and conditions before you accept them. Don’t share any information for any contest.
How Not To End Up On a Spam Call List
These three points will help you to block robocalls. Which are-
Block numbers on your smartphone manually. Use network carrier serviceDownload a robocall blocking app.
Manually Block Numbers On Your Smartphone
If you get several calls from a specific number you should block that number using a smartphone’s built-in feature.
To block calls, do the following:
open phone apptap three dots on the top rightgo to call settingsselect reject callstap on ‘+’ buttontype the number you want to block.
For iPhone follow the steps:
Go to the phone appGo to recent tabs for your recent phone callsClick the ‘i’ symbol on the number you want to blockClick block the caller. Confirm blocking the number
What If You Get a Robocall
A robocall is much annoying. By following a few guidelines we can deal with these frauds.
Here are some ways to manage it if this comes up to you-
Don’t pick calls from unrecognizable numbers. If you answer and the suspicious Robo voice starts, hang up immediately.
Even if you know, the number could be a scam. There is a method that scammers use to call. It will show that the call is from your local area. Meanwhile, the call is from a hundred miles away.
Don’t click on unknown links or emails. If you are willing to check that information, go on by yourself but not through any links.
Don’t share any social media posts Unless you verify that the post on the page is valid.
Never give personal information to this kind of call.
Set strong passwords everywhere
You can register your numbers on FTC’s Do Not Call Registry.
Conclusion
This Chinese robocall is one of the most serious issues that should be reported whenever someone gets these calls. This will help the authority to take action and get to know them better for future investigations.
