Social Security scam calls are a prevalent threat, with Americans receiving over 52.5 billion robocalls in 2025, averaging roughly 13–15 spam calls per person per month. (antivirus.com) These fraudulent calls often impersonate government agencies to steal personal information. To safeguard yourself, consider using the following call-blocking apps:
1. RoboKiller
RoboKiller employs AI-powered audio fingerprinting technology to identify and block spam calls, including Social Security scams. It boasts a 99% success rate in blocking robocalls and features "Answer Bots" that engage scammers, wasting their time and preventing them from targeting others. The app is available for both Android and iOS devices. (fone.tips)
2. Truecaller
Truecaller utilizes a vast crowdsourced database to identify and block spam calls. It offers advanced caller ID features, smart spam blocking, and the ability to report unwanted numbers. The app is free for basic features and is compatible with Android and iOS devices. (fone.tips)
3. Hiya
Hiya provides robust call blocking and spam protection powered by its AI system. It offers a free version with incoming spam call detection and a premium version with additional features like automatic blocking of fraud and spam calls. Hiya is available for both Android and iOS devices. (fone.tips)
4. T-Mobile Scam Shield
T-Mobile's Scam Shield app helps prevent scammers from reaching your mobile number. It offers features like Scam Block, free Caller ID, and a dashboard that shows all the calls the network has flagged and blocked for you in real-time. Scam Shield Premium provides even more control, including the ability to send entire categories of unwanted robocalls directly to voicemail. The app is free for T-Mobile customers and is available for Android and iOS devices. (realcall.ai)
5. YouMail
YouMail combines voicemail, caller ID, and spam blocking features. It blocks known spam numbers automatically, plays an "out of service" message to trick robocallers, and identifies the type of spam call. YouMail is available for both Android and iOS devices. (blog.youmail.com)
6. Call Control
Call Control is a community-powered blocklist with over 1 billion blocked numbers. It offers features like automatic spam call blocking, reverse phone lookup, and a personal blocklist. The app is free for basic features and is available for Android and iOS devices. (whocalledus.net)
Conclusion
Protecting yourself from Social Security scam calls is crucial. Utilizing call-blocking apps like RoboKiller, Truecaller, Hiya, T-Mobile Scam Shield, YouMail, and Call Control can significantly reduce the number of fraudulent calls you receive. Regularly updating these apps and staying informed about new scam tactics will further enhance your protection.
Highlights:
- Say goodbye to spam calls - NordVPN launches new spam call protection, Published on Tuesday, July 29
- Android now warns before you open banking apps during risky calls, Published on Wednesday, December 03
- I tried Aura Digital Security and here's what I found, Published on Tuesday, July 01
