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Robocall phone scams

A robocall is any pre-recorded or auto-dialed call. Most robocalls to mobile phones in the US are illegal unless you have given prior express consent, and yet billions are placed each year. They cover a wide range of pitches — extended car warranty, energy savings, political messaging, debt relief — and most route through VoIP providers or call centers in regions where US laws are hard to enforce. Pressing "1" to talk to an agent or "2" to be removed often confirms your number is live and increases call volume.

This category at a glance

Numbers tracked40,676
Reports total7
Toll-free %11.7%
VoIP %0.0%
Peak hour12:00 UTC

From real reports

Common opening lines you'll hear

This is your final notice about your car warranty.

Press 1 to speak with a representative.

Press 2 to be removed from our list.

Live data

Recent robocall numbers

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Take action

What to do if you've been targeted

  1. 1

    Do not press any keys — let it go to voicemail or hang up.

  2. 2

    Block the number on your phone. Carriers also offer free spam-blocker apps.

  3. 3

    Register your number on the National Do Not Call Registry at donotcall.gov (it does not stop scammers, but identifies legitimate violators).

Common questions

FAQ

How does CallerScoop classify a number as robocall?
We aggregate signals from FTC Do Not Call complaints, FCC consumer complaint data, and verified user reports. When multiple independent reporters describe a number with consistent script details, our scoring engine elevates the risk score and tags the dominant category.
Why does the caller ID show a number I trust?
Caller ID is trivial to spoof. Scammers can display any number — including a real bank or government line — to make the call look authentic. Treat caller ID as unverified, especially when the call demands urgent action.
How do I report a number I received?
Use our report form — it takes 30 seconds and helps protect others. For larger losses, also file with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov and (if you lost more than $500) with the FBI IC3 at ic3.gov.

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