How to Stop Cell Phone Telemarketing Calls

Cell phone calls from telemarketers can be unnecessarily disruptive.

From minor irritations to major hassles, telemarketing calls have begun to intrude more and more on the average American's life. With the prevalence of cell phones, callers have begun to target potential clients on-the-go as well as at home, throughout the day. Most people would like to stop these calls but don't know how; with a simple tool, you can stop cell phone telemarketing calls to your phone.

Things You'll Need

• The cell phone you use
• This number: 888-382-1222

Instructions

1. Open your Internet browser and go to the National Do Not Call Registry website. This website, set up by the US government, is a directory of citizens who do not wish to be contacted by telemarketers. This can prevent calls to your cell phone through the threat of potential legal action.

2. On the left-hand side of the screen, click the button that reads "Register a Phone Number."

3. Fill out the form on the following page. You will need an email address and up to three numbers, land lines or cell phones, that you wish to take off of call lists.

4. Click "Register" when you have entered and verified your information.

5. Go to your email account and open the email from the National Do Not Call Registry. Click on the link to activate your listing on the Do Not Call Registry.

Tips & Warnings

• If you give to charitable organizations, they may not be affected by your registry on the Do Not Call list; therefore, contact each organization individually and request to be taken off of their phone lists.

References

• National Do Not Call Registry: Registration

Resources

• National Do Not Call Registry: Registration