Not every robocall is illegal
Appointment reminders, school alerts, delivery notifications, and emergency messages may use automated systems. Consent and purpose determine whether a call is appropriate.
Warning signs
Be cautious when a recording demands immediate payment, asks for credentials, threatens arrest, or tells you to move money to a protected account.
Report the behavior
When reporting a robocall, describe what the recording claimed and what action it requested. Avoid posting private information from the call.
What to do next
Look up the number, review each data source separately, and avoid calling back if the behavior seems suspicious. You can also report the number to help other people.