Privacy, effectiveness among concerns of robocall-blocking apps
If you’re one of many Canadians who’ve considered alternative measures to block robocalls to your smartphone, a consumer agency says you should be aware of the dangers.
Whether or not the apps are effective is another matter, as most services won’t be able to completely block out the calls. Other features that some apps offer, such as answering calls with nonsensical messages, may actually result in a number getting more scam calls than before.
There is also the concern that a blocking app may expose your personal information, especially when it comes to those that require access to your voicemail.
Source: Better Business Bureau says there are better ways to block auto-dialers than using an app | CTV News
