Telemarketer calls are not fraudulent but can be annoying. They can be distractive, and scammers use such kinds of calls to lure you into dishonest schemes. It's no secret that most telemarketer calls are a form of spam. Fortunately, you can navigate such problems with sheer simplicity. Here are four ways to prevent telemarketer abuse for good.

1. Sign up with the "do not call" registry

For starters, you can register with the National Do Not Call Registry to weed out unwanted phone calls. You only need to use your email to sign up and confirm within 72 hours that you require this service. Once you place your phone number on the national registry, you won't receive telemarketer calls. In addition to that, companies won't cold-call you to buy their products. You will have some form of a barrier or defense against spam calls.

2. Use spam-blocking apps

Another effective way to stop telemarketer abuse is by using spam-blocking apps. Both Android and iPhone users can access these applications via their phones. You can download a suitable app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. 

Thankfully, some apps come with caller-ID that helps you identify strange numbers. If you notice a weird phone call, the business name gets displayed. This way, you can choose to reject such calls. 

3. Block unknown calls

Most phones come with a blocking feature by default. Thus, you can block all calls from unidentified users. Also, you can report spam callers so that other people can be aware of those companies. If you are worried that you might filter out all new numbers, you can always check your call log to see the blocked numbers from:

• Charitable organizations
• Legit businesses you're interested in
• Professional associations

Plus, you can go through your voicemails to know more about the rejected calls. Note that you can still block unknown calls even if you have a traditional landline or home phone.

4. Hang up on odd calls

If you pick a call and you feel the conversation is suspicious, hang up immediately. Some telemarketers might try to mine crucial details such as your personal information or they may trick you into supplying upfront payments for products. Bear in mind that some scammers can pose as telemarketers and access your banking details. Hence, you shouldn't share such crucial information with people you don't know or trust. Also, don't answer any questions from the caller. 

If you receive frequent telemarketer calls, you can use the above tips to stop telemarketer abuse. For legal assistance, contact services like Heidarpour Law Firm.