How to Stop Robocalls
September 30, 2020Spam calls on mobile devices are an annoyance we’ve been dealing with for years. For some people, it’s a daily occurrence. Robocalls are an automated version of these spam calls, where a spammer sends out recorded calls to millions of callers at once. Not every unknown call that shows up on your phone is going to be a spam call, it could be a long-lost friend who wants to get in touch. But, if it is a robocall, spam call,…
What is SMS Spoofing?
September 30, 2020SMS spoofing is a technique that uses text messages to try and defraud people or obtain other private information. The process is similar to other forms of hacking, phishing, and even scam calling, however, SMS spoofing relies specifically on text messages. Normally, text messages are thought of as more secure and not as common as the dozens of spam calls that people get every day. But, SMS spoofing is on the rise and something you want to be aware of…
How to Recognize and Report Phone Scams
September 23, 2020Have you been getting endless suspicious calls from an unknown number? You’re not alone. Nearly 1 in 6 Americans have lost money on a phone scam. Phone scams and spam calls seem to happen on a daily basis. But, instead of answering the phone, there’s a lot you can do to protect yourself instead. In some cases, it might not actually be a scam call, but you can never be too safe. By taking the time to educate yourself and…