Aug 22, 2024 · Scams are becoming more and more prevalent. Here's a list of scammer phone numbers and area codes to avoid answering if you don't know exactly who's calling.

Dec 11, 2025 · In this article, we’ll show you the most common domestic and international scam area codes to avoid answering calls from, plus the types of scams these callers use and how to protect …

Apr 15, 2025 · Scammers can use any area code or phone number to run their scams. The ones listed above are just the most commonly reported scam numbers from the past year. To keep yourself …

Sep 25, 2025 · Scammers use autodialers to ring your phone once and hang up. The call appears to originate from what looks like a U.S. area code, but it actually forwards to a foreign premium-rate …

Jun 11, 2025 · Learn which scam phone numbers to block, the red flags to watch for and step-by-step actions if you’ve been targeted. Scam callers often use international or spoofed area codes to trick …

Nov 4, 2025 · Discover which US area codes and toll-free numbers are most linked to scam calls — plus expert tips to block unwanted calls and protect your data privacy.

Feb 27, 2025 · Most recommendations on how to avoid spam provide misleading information, highlighting specific spam area codes to avoid across the US. Data shows that spam area codes …

Nov 10, 2024 · The good news is that scam callers will often show up under common area codes for incoming calls. Here are 19 area codes you should never answer if you don’t know who’s on the …

Dec 18, 2023 · These international area codes are commonly used by scammers due to a simple fact: they have the country code +1 just like the United States. People are already skeptical when …

Feb 23, 2023 · The FCC recommends you should never answer calls from these 22 area codes, which are notorious for spam calls aimed to cost you money. Here's the list.