Reliance Jio has issued an advisory about the premium rate service scam targeting mobile users across India. The scam involves missed calls from international numbers, leading to high charges for those who return the call.
What is the premium rate service scam?
The premium rate service scam is a scheme where users receive missed calls from unknown international numbers. If the user returns the call, they are connected to a premium-rate service, which incurs high charges for every minute of the call.
How it works
1. Missed calls from international numbers
Scammers place brief calls from unfamiliar international numbers, hoping recipients will return the call.
2. Connection to premium-rate services
Calling back connects the user to a premium-rate service, resulting in high charges even for a short conversation.
How to recognise the scam
Missed calls from unfamiliar international numbers
Calls originating from unknown numbers with unfamiliar country codes are a common sign of this scam.
Use of international codes
Scammers often use obscure or unfamiliar country codes to make the call appear legitimate.
Tips to stay safe
1. Identify international numbers
Avoid returning calls to numbers with a country code other than "+91" unless the caller is known.
2. Block suspicious numbers
Use your phone's blocking feature to prevent repeated calls from suspicious international numbers.
3. Be cautious with unsolicited calls
Do not answer or return calls from unknown sources, whether local or international.
4. Share information about the scam
Educate family, friends, and colleagues about the scam to prevent its spread.
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