A robocall is a phone call that uses a computerized autodialer to deliver a pre-recorded message, as if from a robot. Robocalls are often associated with political and telemarketing phone campaigns, but can also be used for public service, emergency announcements, or scammers. Multiple businesses and telemarketing companies use auto-dialing software to deliver prerecorded messages (appointment reminders, booking details, etc.) to millions of users. Some robocalls use personalized audio messages to simulate an actual personal phone call.[1] The service is also viewed as prone to association with scams.[2]
As of June 2019,[update] phone companies may, by default, block incoming robocalls.[3][4]
- ^ "What are robocalls, and how can you stop them?". kaspersky.com. February 9, 2022. Retrieved April 18, 2022.
- ^ "Stop Unwanted Robocalls and Texts". Federal Communications Commission. February 9, 2017. Retrieved April 18, 2022.
- ^ fcc affirms robocall blocking default protect consumers, June 7, 2019
- ^ FCC Confirms Default Robocall Blocking by Carrier, June 6, 2019