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What do I do when someone is using my phone number? Encourage callbacks to block your number. ... an anti-spoofing app on your smartphone. ... See if your phone service provider offers protection. ... Use caller ID blocking when possible. ... File a complaint with the FCC.

A spam call blocking or spoofing protection app You can also use a third-party call blocking app to help block robocalls, text spam, scam calls, and more. Popular options include: Nomorobo blocks robocalls, and also screens possible scammers. Truecaller blocks spam calls and can reveal spoofed numbers.

Send a message to abuse@ or postmaster@, using the domain where the abuse is happening. For example, if you suspect a user at solarmora.com is abusing the service, send a message to abuse@solarmora.com or to postmaster@solarmora.com. Google monitors these addresses for every domain registered with Google Workspace.

Once scammers have your email address, they can send you phishing emails in an attempt to get credentials for other important accounts. Phishing is when a cybercriminal sends a message pretending to be someone else in order to obtain confidential information.

If you think you've been the victim of a spoofing scam, you can file a complaint with the FCC. You may not be able to tell right away if an incoming call is spoofed. Be extremely careful about responding to any request for personal identifying information. Don't answer calls from unknown numbers.

When is spoofing illegal? Under the Truth in Caller ID Act, FCC rules prohibit anyone from transmitting misleading or inaccurate caller ID information with the intent to defraud, cause harm or wrongly obtain anything of value. Anyone who is illegally spoofing can face penalties of up to $10,000 for each violation.

Report the scam to local law enforcement, the FBI's Internet Complaint Crimes Center at IC3.gov, and the FTC at FTC.gov/Complaint.

If you get an unwanted email, there are two ways to report it. Forward unwanted or deceptive messages to: your email provider (like Gmail, Hotmail, or Yahoo). Most email services include buttons to mark messages as junk mail or report spam.