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The 'advantage package' phone call: spotting the pressure tactic
An out-of-the-blue call offers an 'advantage package' or a cheaper tariff — but only if you agree right now. That time pressure is the scam. In a real case from our region it stayed a short call: nothing confirmed, no damage. Even so, such an incident should be reported — it helps stop the misuse of the phone number.
Updated: 2026-07-11
How the case was handled
- 1Stay calm and confirm nothing on the phone — no 'yes' to leading questions.
- 2Do not give any personal data, bank details or codes.
- 3Note the time, the number and what was said.
- 4Hang up and do not call back unknown numbers.
- 5Report the incident to the telecom regulator and the consumer advice centre — even with no damage.
What to avoid
- Do not let 'today only' or 'last chance' pressure you.
- Do not confirm anything verbally — a 'yes' can be construed as a contract.
- Do not call displayed call-back numbers (possible premium-rate service).
- Do not ignore the incident — reporting is valuable precisely when there is no damage.
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FAQ
- Is it dangerous if I gave no data?
- Then there is usually no damage. Reporting still makes sense — it helps stop the misused number.
- How do I recognise the scam?
- An unexpected call, a too-good offer and artificial time pressure ('only now', 'confirm immediately').
- Where do I report such a call?
- To the telecom regulator (number misuse) and the consumer advice centre. Note the time, number and content first.