Telephone Preference......a scam going round.

[Dave7]

Got a call from "them" saying they wanted to upgrade my service and promising I would never get another nuisance call.
I said "thank you.....I will phone you right back".
Googled it......and it is a scam. If you wish to proceed they will ask for money via a card.
I messaged family and friends.....blimey...daughter said she had the same call less than 5 minutes ago.

 

[MiK1138]

Barstewards Even with a return rate of 1:10 these people will be quids in

 

[Markymark]

Barstewards Even with a return rate of 1:10 these people will be quids in

1:10 will not fall for someone ringing them up and asking for credit card details.

 

[pawl]

Yes it is a scam.Have had two calls recently.Asked them where they were calling from said BT, but where in England.That started them giving a loud of blurb about the service.Repeat I was not interested several times. Finally wound up the call by saying certainly would not deal with someone who didn’t understand the meaning of not interested.

 

[MiK1138]

No probably not but you get my gist, these scams cost next to nought to run and they have probably structured their lists based on specific demographics designed for maximum penetration ( @Fnaar ) You call my old aunt during Father Brown she will do anyhing to get you off the phone

 

[DRHysted]

If you have anyone who you think might be vulnerable get them a phone like this http://www.argos.co.uk/product/6161084truly a marvellous bit of kit. We haven’t had a single cold call or scam in a couple of years now.

 

[Drago]

I just don't answer the phone. If its really important they'll come find me.

 

[Levo-Lon]

I just don't answer the phone. If its really important they'll come find me.

It really is that simple.

I block all calls on my mobile after they call, its so easy.

 

[PeteXXX]

If you have anyone who you think might be vulnerable get them a phone like this http://www.argos.co.uk/product/6161084truly a marvellous bit of kit. We haven’t had a single cold call or scam in a couple of years now.

I have similar phones. No calls get through unless I allow them.
Well worth the cost! (About £49 IIRC)

Cheers for the heads up though.