How Our Spam Detection Works
WhoIsCallingMe.ai uses a multi-layer spam detection system powered by real-time carrier data and AI pattern analysis:
- Line type analysis — Non-fixed VOIP numbers are 8x more likely to be spam
- Prepaid flag — Prepaid numbers have 3x higher spam correlation
- Commercial registration — Identifies telemarketing operations
- STIR/SHAKEN attestation — Carrier-level call authentication scores
- Community reports — Aggregated spam reports from multiple platforms
Each lookup generates a spam risk score from 0–100. Numbers scoring above 70 are flagged as high risk. Above 90 indicates a known scam operation.
Most Common Phone Scams in 2026
Protect yourself by knowing what to look out for:
- IRS impersonation — Fake IRS agents threatening arrest for unpaid taxes
- Medicare/Social Security scams — Targeting seniors with benefit suspension threats
- Robocall warranties — Extended car warranty scams
- Tech support fraud — Fake Microsoft/Apple support calls
- Debt collector spoofing — Fake debt collectors using spoofed local numbers
- Prize/lottery scams — "You've won!" calls requesting upfront fees
- Neighborhood spoofing — Calls appearing to be from your area code
What to Do If You Receive a Spam Call
If you receive a suspicious call:
- Don't answer — let it go to voicemail
- Look up the number at WhoIsCallingMe.ai to check the spam risk score
- If confirmed spam, block the number on your phone
- Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov
- Register on the Do Not Call Registry at donotcall.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if a phone number is spam?
Enter the number at WhoIsCallingMe.ai to instantly see its spam risk score, line type, and community reports. Numbers above 70/100 are considered high risk.
Why am I getting so many spam calls?
Spam callers use automated dialers that cycle through millions of numbers. Your number may have been sold to data brokers or harvested from a website or social media profile. Registering on the National Do Not Call Registry can reduce legitimate telemarketing calls.
Can I report a spam number?
Yes. You can report spam numbers to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov, to the FCC at consumercomplaints.fcc.gov, and by blocking the number directly on your phone.
What is a robocall?
A robocall is an automated phone call that delivers a pre-recorded message. While some robocalls are legitimate (appointment reminders, emergency alerts), most are spam or scam operations.
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