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How can I complain to TRAI about unwanted calls?
To set your preferences or to make a complaint, you may call 1909 or send an SMS in the prescribed format. Your service provider’s website also has the facility, in case you prefer to do it via the web. The easiest method is use the DND App of TRAI.
What will happen if I activate DND?
Apart from this, it also allows any organization or telemarketer to call or SMS you to promote their services. To stop these unwanted calls and SMSs, you will need to activate DND in Idea number. Note that activating DND will never block any Bank alert SMS, Bank communications, Ticket/online booking confirmations, etc.
How do I block promotional SMS even its coming after activating DND?
Consumers can also send an SMS to 1909 (toll-free) for stoppage of commercial calls/ SMS. According to analysts, consumers should be made more aware of such portals so that they get fewer unsolicited number of calls or SMSes.
How do I report unwanted calls to my mobile?
The FTC is the primary government agency that collects scam complaints. Report all robocalls and unwanted telemarketing calls to the Do Not Call Registry. Report caller ID spoofing to the Federal Communications Commission. You can report either online or by phone at 1-888-225-5322 (TTY: 1-888-835-5322).
How can I stop idea company calls?
How to activate DND on Idea via SMS or call
- SMS START 0 to the number 1909. This will activate full DND on your number.
- You may also call 1909 and follow IVR prompts to activate full DND.
How do I complain about an unknown caller online?
A. Consumer can register his/her preference(s) in NCPR by dialling 1909 or by sending SMS to 1909. You can also register using TRAI DND 2.0 mobile app.
Where can I complain about unwanted calls in India?
A. In case any subscriber receives unsolicited commercial communication after expiry of seven days from the date of his registration in NCPR/DND, he/she may make a complaint to the service provider through voice call or SMS to toll free short code 1909 or through DND App within 3 days of receipt of such UCC.