Consumer Alert
Free cruise? Try illegal robocall with an upsell.
The recorded message made it sound easy — take a phone survey and get two free tickets to go on a cruise. But, you guessed it, it wasn’t that simple.
Consumer Alert
What Do Not Call complaints are telling us
Have you gotten a call from an imposter, maybe someone pretending to be with the Social Security Administration, IRS, or a tech support company, this year? If so, you’re not alone.
Consumer Alert
Who’s reporting robocalls?
Have you ever reported an unwanted call to the FTC, whether it’s a robocall (where you hear a recorded message) or call from a live person? If so, thank you.
Consumer Alert
The lead-generation bait-and-switch
You’ve probably shared your contact information online to, say, get details about a job opening. Usually, that’s fine.
Consumer Alert
FTC sues telemarketers over Do Not Call violations
If you’re on the Do Not Call Registry, companies shouldn’t call you out of the blue to try and sell you something. In fact, it’s usually illegal.
How to Stop Unwanted Calls
Why are you getting so many calls? Often, it’s scammers calling. Here’s what to know about blocking unwanted calls, dealing with robocalls, avoiding phone scams, and signing up
