What can I do to stop telemarketers phoning me?
453043
Call 1-888-382-1222 if you are in the USA.. it's a national number.. call from the phone you do not want to receive telemarketing calls at.. and that means cell-phones too.\n\nDo it quick.. it takes 31 days to activate.\n\nThen if you receive another telemarketing call make sure you get their mailing address to give them a donation or start up fee..(AS IF YOU WOULD...but it will keep them on the line and willing to give you data).. this is a ploy to get an address to report.  Write down the number from where they called from, then call this number again to report that they broke the contract.  They could be responsible for paying you money for their breaking the law.\n\nThe registry is good for 5 years.\n\nAdding:  From personal experience..It seems as soon as you get on that No Call list you get TWICE the amount of telemarketing calls as you received before.. (Have to wonder if there is a 'heads up to telemarketers' list being sold so they call all blast you with phone calls before it's illegal for them to)\n\nI had 3 calls yesterday and 2 the day before last week was similar.. and I signed up 2 weeks ago  :(
742115
The Do Not Call Registry was designed to stop cold sales calls.  Nothing more.\n\nCharitable organizations, political candidates, and other fund raising organizations (such as Fraternal Order of Police) are exempt from the Statute.  Unfortunately, that means if you have a public telephone number, they can still call.\n\nAbout the only recourses you have are the following......use a cell phone as a home number (there is no definitive listing for them) OR have your number changed to a non published one (and make sure it's a new number, not an old one....you have to ask for it to get it).  Neither of these are guarantees, but you will reduce the number of calls, if not eliminate them altogether.
870954
If its a landline(not a cellphone) you can just block all restricted callers...the phone call will not go through without revealing the number...just call your phone company to put call blocking on.
8641
Most calls I receive that display an 800 prefix and don't leave messages are almost certainly telemarketers.  My guess is that's who called you.
191112
Answer the call and wait for a customer representative-  Ask immediately for the mailing address.  Tell them you perfer not to be called at that number. Follow up by sending them a letter stating when you plan to pay and to inform them they are not allowed to contact you at home no longer all correspondence should be in writing. MAKE SURE YOU KEEP A COPY OF THE LETTER IF THEY CONTACT YOU AGAIN IT IS HARASSMENT
141528
call him and tell him to stop spreading rumors then hang up
118223
That is a telemarketer. I get them showing all 0's or 9's. I answered it after getting the call a few times. They will keep calling. just pick it up and say no and hangup.
303342
Sign yourself up for the Do Not Call List here is the url https://www.donotcall.gov/default.aspx  this is sponsored by the government, I have our cell phones and house number registered there.\n\nSapphyre
862520
hang up. it's very irritating.  I got 9 calls today! wtf!
388761
This is from a marketing group.  They called me in regards to magazines that I receive, probably one of the ones I get for free for providing BS information about the spending habits of the company I work for.  Stay on the line for a few seconds after answering, ask them right away what this is in regards to and on behalf of what company are they calling, then immediately tell them you are tired of their harassing phone calls, that you want to be put on their "Do Not Call" list, and you want them to mail you a copy of their "Co Not Call" policy.  When I did this, the girl on the other end immediately got quiet, said 'Ok', and hung up the phone.
251368
answer the phone and keep repeating hello like you can't hear them, then get mad and fuss like it's a crank call. \nrepeat if they call back.
647739
As everyone mentioned above shows most of the people are being irritated and harassed by them. I aggree they all more than they should, but if we don't want any more calls why don't we put our number on DNC (do not call) List. This list is by federal government and once you register your name on this list, you won't get any telemarketing job.\n\nOne more thing about telemarketers is they have an ability to sell big things on phone. I have seen telemarketers selling cars, internet connections, refinancing mortgage... I really appreciate the hard work they follow.\n\nAs you asked about the impact on the world i would say, it really help people to save there time as they don't have to shop around for something they are looking for.\n\nI also aggree with one of my friends comment as said they call poor english, for this i would suggest companies to give them more training on accent and language and then make them call.\nThanks and regards
1119229
start avoiding them\nbe busy\ndont answer calls\ndont be at home{even if you are}\nshow up with new frns
312869
first you have to answer the phone and see who it is - that is the only way to know who is calling.  you can call your local phone company and get instructions on how to block private callers.
689878
~Wait for them to get in touch with you.  That's what the "Do Not Call" movement is all about.  What is it about your ego that makes you think those people want to hear from you?
938938
It's a good thing they are not coming after you, so be thankful for that. Sounds like he owes somebody some money. Short of changing your telephone number, get as much information as you can from the next person who calls you from that place.  Ask about exactly what it is they want from him and who that company is and how to contact them.  Get their phone number, maiing address, and as much specifics as you can.  Ask them as many questions as you can think of and keep them on the phone for as long as possible. Then tell that person that you are not your ex, you have nothing to do with him, that he is no longer with you, you have no idea where he is, whatever, and request that they stop calling you, and if they call you one more time you will file a complaint with the police. You might also try something like saying "Put me on your 'do not call' list.  That's supposed to be for telemarketers but tell them you don't want what they are selling.
89211
Call the number and ask.\n\nSeems they are a telemarketer.