Caller ID showing up as Scam Likely? Fix it today

Scam calls have been around .. forever

But things have really gotten out of hand at this point with robocalling technology. How many robo and scam calls do you receive everyday? Exactly.

These modern systems can automatically dial numbers or play pre-recorded messages, and it’s made scam calls more common than ever.

As a business owner or salesperson, it can get really frustrating when your calls get blocked or flagged over and over.

You might have even seen some of your own phone numbers labeled as “scam likely” or “spam risk.” It’s a pain, and you’re probably wondering why this is happening and what you can do about it. You’ve got a killer pitch ready, but it’s like you never even get the chance to use it because your calls are flagged and blocked before you can even start. This takes a big toll on your business or work.

What is scam likely?

Scam Likely is basically a label that phone carriers use to warn you that a call might be from a scammer.

Carriers can tag it as either “Scam Likely” or “Spam Risk”.

When your phone shows “Scam Likely,” it means the carrier’s system has detected something suspicious about the call, like the number or calling patterns. This helps you decide whether to answer or not.

If your number is being labeled as “Scam Likely,” there’s currently a way to fix it directly. At iTeleCenter, our business phone system comes with spam monitoring and whitelisting. Our system notifies as soon as your business number(s) get flagged by carriers and we take remediation steps from there.

But the best approach would always be to make sure your business is making calls in a way that avoids being flagged. This means following best practices to stay off the radar of spam detection systems.

So, why do numbers get flagged as “scam likely”?

Your phone numbers can end up labeled as “scam likely” or “spam risk” for a few reasons:

> Someone manually blocks your number using a call-blocking app.

> Carriers flagged your number because you’re making too many outbound calls that look like spam and getting very few inbound calls.

> Your number is mistakenly marked as spam by mistake.

But, outbound phone numbers mostly get flagged in 1 of 2 ways:

Carriers flagging phone numbers

Carriers these days keep a real sharp eye on call activity.

For example, if a number makes, say, X amount outbound calls in a minute, over 100 calls a day, or a lot within a week, it might look like the calls are coming from a robo-caller, and not a real person. When this happens, the carrier might flag your number thinking you’re using an automated machine.

To avoid this from happening, make sure your dialer is set up correctly. Using the wrong kind of dialer, like an auto dialer, can lead to too many calls being made.

Every single carrier has their own ways of monitoring, and they don’t share all the details on how they’re doing it. Using several numbers and letting them rest can help reduce the chances of being flagged, but it’s not like a guaranteed fix.

Consumers flagging numbers

Even if you’re careful about how you make your calls, your number can still get flagged. If someone has a bad experience or let’s say they don’t want to hear from you, they might block your number. And if that happens often enough, it increases the chances of your number being marked as spam.

Call-blocking apps usually won’t flag you after just one block, but if it keeps happening, your number could start showing up as “Spam” or “Scam Likely.”

Different apps and phone carriers handle this in their own ways, so while one person might see the warning, someone else might not.

How to stay out of spam

Many carriers now use STIR/SHAKEN technology, which adds a digital “fingerprint” to verify who’s calling.

Dealing with call authentication issues can be a real headache, especially when it comes to making sure your calls actually get through. You don’t want to be on Google and searching “How to remove my phone number from scam likely”

Here are a few practical tips to help improve your chances of staying un-flagged:

Watch your caller ID reputation

Your caller ID is pretty much the first thing that gets checked when you make a call. If your number has been marked as spam before, your calls might get blocked/flagged right away.

To avoid this, keep track of your caller ID’s reputation and quickly fix any issues that come up. Keeping your number in great shape is key to making successful outbound calls.

Use verified and local numbers

Using verified phone numbers can seriously improve your chances of getting through without being flagged as spam.

And here’s another tip: go with local number.

When you use a local number for the area you’re calling, people are way more likely to pick up. Why? Because local = familiar, while toll-free or unknown numbers often scream Spam.

It’s not just about looking legit to your contacts, carriers are more likely to trust your calls too.

Small change, but a pretty big difference in your pickup rates.

Let your numbers cool off a little

If you’re using the same phone number to make tons of calls, it might start getting flagged.

One easy fix? Give it a break. (When you make a lot of outbound calls regularly and only get a few inbound, it raises suspicion)

Pull that number out of your dialer for a while to let any red flags die down.

Think of it like letting your number rest and recover.

It’s also smart to keep a few extra numbers on hand, so you can swap them out as needed. That way, you stay productive and stay off spam lists.

Giving them opt-in options

When you’re on a call with a customer, take a moment to ask if they’d like to receive future calls from you. It’s a simple step, but it shows respect and more importantly, it helps keep your phone number off spam lists.

Carriers and call protection systems are less likely to flag your calls when they know the recipient wants to hear from you.

A quick “Is it okay if I follow up with you?” can literally save you a lot of headaches later.

Respect your customers’ wishes

Always be polite and respectful to the people you’re calling. If someone says they’re not interested or that they don’t want to talk, don’t push it. If you continue to call uninterested people, it can lead to your number being flagged as spam or scam.

Stay out of spam with iTeleCenter

Looking to keep your calls from being marked as spam?

Our Phone Number Reputation Monitoring and Whitelisting feature is a simple and cost-effective way to make your numbers stay out of spam. If your number gets flagged as “scam likely” or “spam risk” by carriers or call blocking apps, we immediately notify you and start with the remediation process so we can get your number un-flagged.

Try iTeleCenter for free and see the difference yourself!