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Guides

Plain-language guides to spam and scam calls.

Practical, up-to-date guides covering robocall prevention, scam-call recognition, and what to do when unknown numbers keep ringing. Written for non-experts. Sources cited.

  1. Spam prevention

    How to stop spam calls (2026 guide)

    Every effective method to stop spam calls — from the FCC blocklist to carrier codes to AI screening. With recommendations by use case.

    9-minute read · Updated 2026-05-30

  2. Scam recognition

    Common scam call patterns — how to recognize them

    A field guide to the most common scam-call patterns reported to the FCC. Recognize the scripts, spot the spoofing, and know what to do.

    11-minute read · Updated 2026-05-30

  3. Call handling

    What to do if unknown numbers keep calling

    A practical guide for when unknown numbers won't stop ringing. Covers the spoofing problem, why blocking isn't enough, and what actually works.

    8-minute read · Updated 2026-05-30

  4. Concierge upgrade

    Beyond blocking — when AI screening becomes a full concierge

    Most spam tools stop at silencing bad calls. A new generation of AI screeners also handles dinner reservations, spa bookings, and travel by voice command. Here's where blocking ends and the Status Upgrade begins.

    7-minute read · Updated 2026-06-02