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Election Season Opinion Poll Calls, No More! Easy Blocking Methods

Created: 2024-11-20

Created: 2024-11-20 04:19

Stressed by the constant stream of poll calls even after work during election season? Missing important calls or having your daily life disrupted is common. This article provides a simple guide to blocking poll calls by carrier, helping you avoid further inconvenience.

Why do I keep getting poll calls?

According to the Public Office Election Act, telecommunication companies must provide virtual numbers upon request from election poll organizations. This is why poll calls are made to randomly selected mobile phone numbers.

How to Block Poll Calls by Carrier

Blocking and Unblocking Opinion Poll Calls

Blocking and Unblocking Opinion Poll Calls

  • SKT: Call 1547, press 1, and enter your date of birth.
  • KT: Call 080-999-1390.
  • LG Uplus: Call 080-855-0016 and press 1.
  • MVNO (Altel): Contact your MVNO to confirm your carrier and then call the appropriate number.

You can block poll calls with a simple phone call.

What if I want to receive poll calls again after blocking them?

  • SKT: You can change the settings directly on the T world website.
  • KT, LG Uplus: Contact customer service to change the settings.

Questions and Answers (FAQ)

  • Can I block poll calls with an MVNO? Yes, you can block them by contacting your MVNO, confirming your carrier, and calling the appropriate number.
  • Does blocking poll calls also block other spam calls? No. Only poll calls are blocked; separate settings are required to block other spam calls.
  • Can I still receive poll calls after blocking them? It may take time for the telecommunication company to update the virtual number information, so you may temporarily receive calls.

Block poll calls now and reclaim your peaceful daily life!

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