topic Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS! in Get Support

Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:19:58 GMT

Help! I'm getting all kinds of stray texts from randoms. Lots of them. Mostly from people contacting local escorts, but some other locals too. It isn't spam and I can converse with anyone if I choose to. I've also done everything the chatbot suggests, restarting phone, pulling SIM, checking compatibility etc (mind you, there's zero instructions on how to "verify your APN" .. *arg*). This is beyond frustrating.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RossN — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:19:19 GMT

@RoguePC I am not sure what this has to do with your apn but I can see how this would be disturbing if you are not to attached to your number I would change it

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

Endymion — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:19:49 GMT

That sounds brutal.

This is very unlikely to be an issue with your Public Mobile account, and more likely the result of your phone number being posted somewhere [online?] that it shouldn't have been. Once it's out there, there isn't an elegant way that I know of to stop the texts from coming in--the safest solution would be to arrange for a new cell number.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:20:44 GMT

I thought of that too, except I'm getting texts from all sorts of people - not just for escorts.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:22:07 GMT

The chatbot suggested I check the APN. But doesn't give instructions on how to do this. Nor how to change or verify it.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

charlesgo — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:22:32 GMT

I would also recommend changing your cell phone number or blocking those numbers but that will likely be less effective if you are receiving them in large volumes.

This seems to be happening more and more though... 😞

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:25:24 GMT

I have been blocking every number that comes my way. Except it seems futile, as more and more just keep piling in - all different (and oddly, local) numbers. I guess I can try changing my number, but what a hassle - as I just finished giving everyone my new #. *sigh*

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

charlesgo — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:28:15 GMT

dang that really sucks! its getting so bad that government needs to step in to regulate how these numbers are handed out.... I dont know of any screen apps out there but it seems like changing numbers is the best thing... hopefully that stops it completely.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:30:41 GMT

Yes, I think you're right. It seems a shame to have to change my number again (my friends and business associates are going to think I'm looney and unorganized or something). But it may be my only choice.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

charlesgo — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:31:58 GMT

They will definitely not think you're looney haha. Its so common these days that I think everyone would understand...

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

stonechucker — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:32:01 GMT

Are phone numbers repeating or are they all different? If they're repeating I suggest you add them to your contacts, then block them.

@charlesgo wrote:
dang that really sucks! its getting so bad that government needs to step in to regulate how these numbers are handed out.... I dont know of any screen apps out there but it seems like changing numbers is the best thing... hopefully that stops it completely.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

Anonymous — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:34:37 GMT

@RoguePC wrote:
Yes, I think you're right. It seems a shame to have to change my number again (my friends and business associates are going to think I'm looney and unorganized or something). But it may be my only choice.

Start a blog and "out" the number of the escort questioners. Keep yourself anonymous. Wouldn't it be funny if one of the askers showed up as one of your contacts.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:35:14 GMT

Definitely all different. At first I tried blocking each one, then realized it won't help whatsoever - as they are all unique.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

RoguePC — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:38:09 GMT

Haha 🙂 a blog outing the "johns" would be hilarious! But due to the volume, would be a heck of a lot of work to keep on top of. Hmm.. maybe I'm in the wrong business! j/k 😉

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

computergeek541 — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:56:00 GMT

@RoguePC wrote:
The chatbot suggested I check the APN. But doesn't give instructions on how to do this. Nor how to change or verify it.

Don't worry about that very silly suggestion provided by the automated and interactive help pages. APN settings are not related in any way to text messaging.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

geopublic — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:57:53 GMT

@RoguePC wrote:
Help! I'm getting all kinds of stray texts from randoms. Lots of them. Mostly from people contacting local escorts, but some other locals too. It isn't spam and I can converse with anyone if I choose to. I've also done everything the chatbot suggests, restarting phone, pulling SIM, checking compatibility etc (mind you, there's zero instructions on how to "verify your APN" .. *arg*). This is beyond frustrating.

@RoguePC If you had the number more that 30 days you can change it to a new one via selfserve. Otherwise contact the moderator team explain the situation and ask for a number change.

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Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

Barth — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:03:46 GMT

Demand SMS payment up front and agree on a meeting place, where you won't be going. Maybe you'll have enough suckers in a few days to make the hassle of changing your number less painful.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

kav2001c — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:04:05 GMT

@RoguePC

Bill C36 makes contacing an escort illegal

Easy fix is contact your local police department

These online groups talk to each other alot

The second someone gets scared by cops I am betting calls dry up fast

Best solution is changing your number

Or for fun record calls and post online

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

kav2001c — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:07:39 GMT

@Barth

I seriously hope you are joking

Commiting TWO criminal offences???

@Barth wrote:
Demand SMS payment up front and agree on a meeting place, where you won't be going. Maybe you'll have enough suckers in a few days to make the hassle of changing your number less painful.

Re: Getting stray random texts... for ESCORTS!

Barth — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:08:27 GMT

@kav2001c wrote:
@Barth
I seriously hope you are joking
Commiting TWO criminal offences???
@Barth wrote:
Demand SMS payment up front and agree on a meeting place, where you won't be going. Maybe you'll have enough suckers in a few days to make the hassle of changing your number less painful.

Absolutely joking.