As technology progresses, threat actors are also becoming stronger. These days they are more persistent and convincing in their scamming and fraudulent activities.
Digital exploitation has become common for many through phishing, emails, robocalls, or deceptive websites. Every day. In 2023, around 15% of American adults shared that at least one member of their household has been scammed. Around $10 billion was also lost to Americans due to fraud in the same year.
With the persistent threat of scams and fraud in the digital age, it is vital to know that there are smartphone apps that are designed to detect and prevent scammers from contacting you.
Been receiving suspicious messages? Here are some apps to help you get rid of them:
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Truecaller
Truecaller can identify incoming calls, even from numbers that are not saved in your contacts. The app uses its extensive database to provide information about the caller such as the name, location, and whether it has a history of spamming other people.
In addition, the app can also filter SMS by detecting spam messages, promotional texts, and other unwanted SMS. Truecaller also has integration with WhatsApp, making it easier for it to identify the sender's information directly. On the other hand, the app also allows its users to unlist their phone numbers from its database.
Hiya: Spam Blocker & Caller ID
Hiya uses its vast database of numbers and information, quite similar to Truecaller. The app offers a comprehensive caller identification service that can ID unknown numbers.
Using its advanced algorithms, the app will analyze incoming calls and will decide to automatically block spam or fraudulent calls. Hiya can also detect robocalls which allows them to stop such calls from interrupting the users.
Norton360 Antivirus & Security
Norton360 provides comprehensive cybersecurity that extends beyond calls and SMS filtering. The mobile security app has real-time protection against malware and viruses that could compromise your device's security.
The app offers a web protection feature that prevents users from accidental website clicking. Most of the time, elders are often victimized by suspicious websites due to their lack of knowledge. Norton blocks malicious websites and phishing attempts to prevent victims from falling into online scams.
RoboKiller
RoboKiller is known for its exclusive feature called Answer Bots. The feature uses a pre-recorded audio message that is designed to engage and waste the time of spam callers. Once a call is identified as spam, RoboKiller can answer the call on the user's behalf.
In addition, the app stores a database of their spam callers so that they can automatically identify once the numbers call. Users can also customize their blocking preferences by creating a personal block list.
Lookout Life - Mobile Security
Like Norton360, Lookout Life offers real-time protection against malicious software that could compromise the device's security. It also scans apps, files, and public Wi-Fi connections to prevent users from exposing themselves to threats.
The app is also known for its theft protection system that helps users lock and locate their lost devices. It also prevents the risk of identity theft and alerts users if their data has been breached.
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