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How to Report Scam Calls and How to Block Them
How to Report Scam Calls and How to Block Them

To report scam calls, forward the suspicious phone number or text message to 7726, a free universal text service that alerts mobile providers to investigate and block the number.

Because reporting protocols depend on your geographic location and whether you lost money, follow the structured paths below:

Step 1: Carrier-Level Reporting (Worldwide)

You can report numbers directly through your device to help carriers block scam networks globally.

  • Text 7726: Open your messaging app, type "CALL" followed by the scammer's phone number, and send it to 7726 (spells "SPAM").
  • Built-in Device Features:
    • iPhone: Tap the info icon next to the number in your recent calls list, scroll down, and select Block this Caller.
    • Android: Tap and hold the number in your call history, then select Block/Report Spam.

Step 2: Official Government Authorities

File a formal report with your national consumer protection agency to help law enforcement trace fraud rings.

CountryWhere to Report OnlineHelplines & Registries
United StatesFTC Fraud Reporting PortalAdd your number to the National Do Not Call Registry.
United KingdomAction FraudReport nuisance marketing to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
AustraliaScam Watch PortalCall 000 if you are in immediate physical danger.
CanadaCanadian Anti-Fraud CentreCall toll-free at 1-888-495-8501.

What to do if you already lost money

If you shared sensitive data or transferred money to a scam caller, take immediate action:

  1. Contact your financial institution: Call your bank or credit card provider using the number on the back of your card to freeze accounts and halt unauthorized transfers.
  2. File a police report: Contact your local police department's non-emergency line to document the financial theft.
  3. Secure your identity: If you provided passwords or your Social Security / National Insurance number, change your account credentials and place a fraud alert on your credit report.
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