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How do I report spam text messages to Telus?

How do I report spam text messages to Telus?

Report the text to TELUS by forwarding the message to 7726 with the word “SPAM” in the body of the message.

How do I report spam text to my email?

Report it on the messaging app you use. Look for the option to report junk or spam. Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM). Report it to the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

How do I forward a text to 7726?

The process for Android users varies by hardware and SMS app, but generally, you’ll need to hold down the message and select the “Forward” option. Your message will then appear as a new text. Type 7726 in the contact box and hit “Send.”

How do I complain to a text message?

A. In case any subscriber receives unsolicited commercial communication after expiry of seven days from the date of his registration in NCPR/DND, he/she may make a complaint to the service provider through voice call or SMS to toll free short code 1909 or through DND App within 3 days of receipt of such UCC.

How do I report spam texts to Canada?

Fraudulent or suspicious activity can be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, through its website at www.antifraudcentre.ca, or by telephone at 1-888-495-8501.

How do I report spam texts on my Iphone?

Here’s how:

  1. Go to Messages and find the spam message you’d like to report.
  2. Open the message and tap Report Junk underneath it.
  3. Tap Delete and Report Junk. After you’ve done this, the content and sender’s information will be sent to Apple.

How do I stop spam texts to my email?

On an Android phone, you can disable all potential spam messages from Google’s Messages app. Tap the three-dot icon in the upper right of the app and select Settings > Spam protection and turn on the Enable spam protection switch. Your phone will now alert you if an incoming message is suspected of being spam.

Why am I getting spam texts from email addresses?

These messages are spam texts, also known as robotexts. The fact is, most spam texts don’t come from another mobile phone. They usually come from a scammer who is sitting behind a computer sending a massive amount of texts from an email address or other messaging account.

Does forwarding spam texts to 7726 work?

When you get a suspicious or scam text, you CAN do something about it. Forward the message to 7726, so we can work together against the bad guys. Once you forward the text to 7726 and give us the number it came from, we can act. Forwarding to 7726 goes straight to AT’s spam defense team.

How do I deal with spam texts?

Why do I keep getting spam texts from email addresses?

Where do I send spam text messages in Canada?

Select More – Select the message you want to forward, then select the Arrow in the bottom right corner. Enter 7726. Select Send.

How do I report phishing emails to Telus?

Phishing email: Forward the email message to the Consumer Digital Protection team at [email protected] Phishing text: Forward the text message to 7726 with the word “SPAM” in the body of the message Phishing phone call: Report the call to the TELUS Customer Care.

How do I report a spam text message?

Report a spam message How to spot a spam text message and report it for free using 7726 What to do if you receive a spam text message Forward the spam message to the shortcode 7726(SPAM) so that we can start an investigation.

How do I report unwanted text messages?

If you get an unwanted text message, there are three ways to report it: Report it on the messaging app you use. Look for the option to report junk or spam. Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM). Report it to the Federal Trade Commission at ftc.gov/complaint.

How do I report cyber security issues with Telus?

Cyber Security: If you would like to report a cyber security related problem with a TELUS product or service, please email details of the issue to [email protected] If you are in need of immediate assistance or have a general inquiry, please contact our Customer Support team at *611 on your TELUS mobile phone or call us at 1-866-558-2273.