Do Not Call List

[Damn Yankee]

Been getting a lot of unwanted calls so checked to see if my number was registered on the list.

Check here https://www.donotcall.gov/confirm/conf.aspx


Says I have been on the list since August 05 2005

Guess these callers don't care.

Told one if they called again going to hunt them down cut out their tongue and feed it to my wolf pup.

 

[Bajadoc]

Same here.

 

[Biginge]

2007 for me. Have gotten 4 calls this evening alone.

 

[Wolffe 104]

My PC has a modem so I created a vb.net program in my PC that Blocks these *** holes. Unfortunately not everyone has the know how to do this.

 

[SC_Mike]

Their numbers seem to remain the same for a while so at least with an iPhone you can block them right in the phone. That's worked for me.

Or if you want to have some fun... Search Tom Mabe Carpet Cleaner.

 

[Wolffe 104]

I am on a land line so my program can be customized to block user name, numbers ect.....I bet an iPhone programmer could do that also.

 

[finesse_r]

My guess is that some enterprising bureaucrat sells the do not call list to select potential callers. That way when they call numbers they don't have to worry about competition from those that don't buy the list.

 

[Shark Bait]

Yeah, that list is BS. I've been on it for many years and just got a call not even a minute ago.

 

[dmar]

Well, you will continue to get calls from political parties, as they legislated themselves to be exempt from the 'do not call' restrictions! Just figures, doesn't it...

 

[TX-Dennis]

Do Not Call List doesn't apply to any company that you have done business with in the past. It also doesn't apply to any "affiliate" of those companies. An affiliate could be just some one they sold their mailing list to. Non profit organizations are also exempt.

In the big scheme of things Do Not Call is pretty useless. Just another waste of our tax dollars.

 

[shouldazagged]

A number of the marketing calls come from offshore phone rooms who pay no attention to the list.

I get far fewer nuisance calls since I've been on the list, but i'm getting braced for being swamped with political calls for the next sixteen months or so.

 

[chaparrito]

A stadium horn can be a fun thing. Or an Acme Thunderer coach's whistle.

 

[H Richard]

It's a joke anymore. Numerous companies blatantly defy them and you never hear anything ever being done about it.

 

[WuzzFuzz]

I miss the old days....the single party line...two soup cans, a waxed string. Never did get the unwanted calls..Even then it was easy to hang up, just let the string go slack.

And here it is 2015, and they call this progress.

Seriously,, I've very tempted to just get rid of the home phone altogether and just tell those I want to, to call the police or sheriff if it's a emergency. They'll come to the door and let me know what the emergency is.


WuzzFuzz

 

[CoMF]

In my experience, the only ones who egregiously ignore the DNC Registry are call centers located outside of the U.S. They use dirty tricks like spoofed numbers over VOIP to fool you into thinking the call originated here in America. The Registry isn't of any use in this case because it's virtually impossible to prosecute someone in a foreign country for violating U.S. Federal law. These criminals will also, in many cases, use computerized "wardialers" to randomly call any series of phone numbers in the hopes of getting someone who'll pick up; in other words, they're cold-calling.

Your best defense against these guys is to use Caller ID and an answering machine/VM and never, ever pick up if it's a number you don't recognize. If you're able to block that number, it'll also go a long way toward slamming the door in their faces.

 

[sellersm]

In my experience, the only ones who egregiously ignore the DNC Registry are call centers located outside of the U.S. They use dirty tricks like spoofed numbers over VOIP to fool you into thinking the call originated here in America. The Registry isn't of any use in this case because it's virtually impossible to prosecute someone in a foreign country for violating U.S. Federal law. These criminals will also, in many cases, use computerized "wardialers" to randomly call any series of phone numbers in the hopes of getting someone who'll pick up; in other words, they're cold-calling.

Your best defense against these guys is to use Caller ID and an answering machine/VM and never, ever pick up if it's a number you don't recognize. If you're able to block that number, it'll also go a long way toward slamming the door in their faces.

Not to burst any bubbles, but that won't work anymore. They have technology that spoofs phone numbers! I get calls where the Caller ID lists (wait for it)........................... MY OWN PHONE NUMBER!

Yep, I'm calling myself on my own phone so I can sell myself some un-needed service, or claim that the IRS is coming to my door to collect, or that my relative was in a life-threatening accident and they need $$$ immediately, or...

The whole thing's a sham. I'm not aware of any successful prosecution of a company that violated the DNC list.

Best thing to do is just ignore all calls. Keep a HAM radio nearby and give one to each of your kids & family members.

 

[Arik]

Never been bothered by it. Let them call if they want. I either don't pick up if the phone is not close by or if it is close I'll pick up and hang up immediately.

 

[sellersm]

Forgot to add: just don't be carrying when you check the caller ID...

 

[the ringo kid]

A stadium horn can be a fun thing. Or an Acme Thunderer coach's whistle.

Funny you mention that. I taped the noise of an Artillery barrage asused in some episode of COMBAT--and taped it as loud as possible.It worke. However,on cellphones,ive nothing and usually give them two chances to takeme off their list. If they dont,next time i use minor insults in another language.That usually keeps them from calling again.

 

[CoMF]

Not to burst any bubbles, but that won't work anymore. They have technology that spoofs phone numbers! I get calls where the Caller ID lists (wait for it)........................... MY OWN PHONE NUMBER!

Yep, I'm calling myself on my own phone so I can sell myself some un-needed service, or claim that the IRS is coming to my door to collect, or that my relative was in a life-threatening accident and they need $$$ immediately, or...

My personal favorite is the "We're from Microsoft and we heard you have a dirty computer." scam.

Can't say I've ever seen my own phone number spoofed, but it wouldn't surprise me in the least.

 

[Gaffer]

Well this thread gives an old telephone man a chance to rant a bit. To start this Do Not Call list is a good example of how government works. It is of no use what so ever and just another wasteful government program.
The breakup of Ma Bell has created a mess of telephone companies who allow these scam artists to do their thing. And the once friendly operator is now no where to be found to complain to. At one time you could tell her your problem and M a Bell would attempt to fix it. Now you can't find anyone to complain to and if you do they don't care.
Audio quality is another hassle, so much today is no longer analog but rather digital and its distortion is awful because they only use a sample rate to get more calls on the same digital stream. Tie a couple of these digital calls together and the distortion is so bad all you get is garble.
The telephone service has not gotten better, only just as all the other services that were de- monopolized, less user friendly and poorer service. It is a shame!

 

[Watchdog]

In the big scheme of things Do Not Call is pretty useless.

I have to disagree. I've been on the Do Not Call Registry for at least ten years, probably more...I've lost track. Since putting my number on that list, I haven't received any phone solicitation calls from any organization or business, and that includes non-profits and political campaigns. Seriously...not one single call. Now, whether this is completely due to the registry, I can't say. I also have an unpublished phone number. But whatever part the registry plays, it's working great for me.

Just another waste of our tax dollars.

With somewhere around 122 million taxpayers in this country, are you seriously worried about the infintesimal fraction of a cent of your taxes that might go to support the registry? That wouldn't even come close to making it onto my Things-I-Need-To-Worry-About List.

 

[Watchdog]

Well this thread gives an old telephone man a chance to rant a bit. To start this Do Not Call list is a good example of how government works. It is of no use what so ever and just another wasteful government program.

Tell us how it is "wasteful".

The breakup of Ma Bell has created a mess of telephone companies who allow these scam artists to do their thing. And the once friendly operator is now no where to be found to complain to. At one time you could tell her your problem and M a Bell would attempt to fix it. Now you can't find anyone to complain to and if you do they don't care.

The Bell System was a monopoly, pure and simple. The original anti-trust suit was filed against AT&T (parent company) in 1974, and finally was settled in 1982...probably the best thing that ever happened to the private communications system in this country. The breakup of Bell spawned new companies and created millions of jobs in every field related to communications. New communications-related companies continue to spring up like crops in a fertile field.

Audio quality is another hassle, so much today is no longer analog but rather digital and its distortion is awful because they only use a sample rate to get more calls on the same digital stream. Tie a couple of these digital calls together and the distortion is so bad all you get is garble. The telephone service has not gotten better, only just as all the other services that were de-monopolized, less user friendly and poorer service. It is a shame!

My cell phone is my only phone. My provider is Sprint. I dial "0" and the operator's there. I dial "411" for information, and the operator's there, no problem. I dial a 3-digit number and connect with their customer service. The few problems I've had over the years have been solved within 48 hours or less.

The pre-1980 phone system in this country died a well-deserved death. I sure don't mourn its passing.

 

[S42N8]

My landline carrier will let me block some numbers, but No More Robo works really well...worth trying.

 

[sellersm]

My landline carrier will let me block some numbers, but No More Robo works really well...worth trying.

Unfortunately No More Robo doesn't cover any of my carriers.

 

[coltle6920]

I still have a landline phone (not cordless) for making secure calls where personal info is exchanged.I don't plug it in until I need it.I have been getting unwanted calls on my cellphone where they call and hang up if I don't answer.A couple of seconds later and that number is on an auto ignore list.They can call all they want and I never hear it again.

Forget the Donotcall list...Anyone can be bought if the price is right!

 

[labworm]

The no call list is fantastic and works well.

I only get about 20 unwanted calls a day now, before using it I would get about 3 a day.

I am overwhelmed with happiness.

 

[ladder13]

I have this feature on my phone called "call block", it works wonders.

I'm with Mr Worm, I've gotten more calls now than ever, maybe they've gotten hold of the DNC registry.

 

[LoboGunLeather]

Most of the calls I get are robo-calls (machine generated). Occasionally I will receive one from a human, then I have some fun.

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU HAVE DIALED A NUMBER ON THE DO NOT CALL LIST MAKING YOU ELIGIBLE FOR A ONE THOUSAND DOLLAR FINE! Please stay on the line so I can verify your name and address for the US Federal Trade Commission.

or:

I am really interested but right now is not a good time. Please give me your name and home phone number and I'll call you tonight, during supper time, or during your favorite TV show, or really late while you are trying to sleep. Hello? Hello?

 

[Arik]

Tell us how it is "wasteful".



The Bell System was a monopoly, pure and simple. The original anti-trust suit was filed against AT&T (parent company) in 1974, and finally was settled in 1982...probably the best thing that ever happened to the private communications system in this country. The breakup of Bell spawned new companies and created millions of jobs in every field related to communications. New communications-related companies continue to spring up like crops in a fertile field.



My cell phone is my only phone. My provider is Sprint. I dial "0" and the operator's there. I dial "411" for information, and the operator's there, no problem. I dial a 3-digit number and connect with their customer service. The few problems I've had over the years have been solved within 48 hours or less.

The pre-1980 phone system in this country died a well-deserved death. I sure don't mourn its passing.

Agree. I have a land line because I get a bundle discount. I rarely use it and if you're calling on it 99% of the time I don't bother even looking at the caller id. It has become the phone version of junk email. The email I give out if I know I'll get junk mail.

My calls are clear. Once in a blue moon it is distorted but that happens almost never.