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Protect Yourself from Unwanted Calls: Discover Robokiller's Call Screening Feature

By The Robokiller Team

Protect Yourself from Unwanted Calls: Discover Robokiller's Call Screening Feature

In today's digital age, unwanted calls—from telemarketers to scammers—are a daily nuisance. Fortunately, Robokiller offers a robust solution with its Call Screening feature, designed to protect users from these interruptions.

What Is Robokiller's Call Screening Feature?

Robokiller's Call Screening proactively identifies and blocks up to 99% of spam calls by engaging unknown callers before your phone rings. When an unrecognized number calls, Robokiller answers on your behalf, informing the caller that your number is protected and requesting their name and the purpose of the call. This information is then relayed to you, allowing you to decide whether to answer. (support.robokiller.com)

How Does Call Screening Work?

  1. Caller Engagement: An unknown caller reaches out. Robokiller answers and notifies them of your protection.
  2. Information Gathering: The caller provides their name and the reason for the call.
  3. User Notification: You receive a notification with the caller's details, enabling an informed decision on whether to answer.

This process ensures that only legitimate calls reach you, significantly reducing unwanted interruptions. (support.robokiller.com)

How to Enable Call Screening

For iOS Users (Premium+ Only):

  1. Navigate to Settings > Phone > Incoming Calls.
  2. Set the option to Full Screen for optimal experience.
  3. Activate Silence Unknown Callers in your iPhone settings.

For Android Users (Premium+ Only):

  1. Open the Robokiller app.
  2. Go to Settings > Call Screening.
  3. Toggle Enable Call Screening to the ON position.

Once enabled, Robokiller will screen calls from numbers not saved in your contacts, providing a notification instead of a ring. (support.robokiller.com)

Why Choose Robokiller Over Competitors?

While other apps like Truecaller offer spam blocking, Robokiller provides comprehensive protection with unique features:

  • Audio Fingerprinting: Robokiller uses machine learning to detect scammers based on their unique audio fingerprints, blocking them even if they change numbers. (robokiller.com)

  • Answer Bots: Engage spammers with humorous pre-recorded messages, wasting their time and providing entertainment. (robokiller.com)

  • Personal Data Protection: Scans the web to help remove your private information from public search sites, enhancing your privacy. (apps.apple.com)

These features make Robokiller a superior choice for users seeking effective spam call prevention.

How to Get Started with Robokiller

  1. Download the App: Available for both iOS and Android devices.
  2. Set Up Call Screening: Follow the steps outlined above to enable the feature.
  3. Customize Your Preferences: Adjust settings to fit your needs, such as managing block and allow lists.

By implementing Robokiller's Call Screening, you can enjoy a significant reduction in unwanted calls, leading to a more peaceful and productive daily life.

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