Act Against Overseas Scams

 

You can now protect yourselves and your loved ones from the rising threat of overseas scams.

Simply block all incoming international calls & SMSes by activating both “Block Overseas Calls” and "Block Overseas SMSes" services via StarHub App. 

This is a free service for all StarHub postpaid mobile subscribers and Star Plan users.

Block all incoming international calls & SMSes
Block all incoming international calls & SMSes


Free for a limited time
Free for a limited time


No contract obligations
No contract obligations



Benefits of opting in for this service

opt-in

If you opt-in for the service

 

  • All incoming calls or SMSes from international numbers will be blocked.
  • Incoming calls & SMSes from +65 local numbers will still come through when you, the caller or the sender are travelling.
  • Friends, family or businesses with international numbers can contact you through third-party messaging platforms.

opt-out

If you opt-out for the service

 

  • Unsolicited spam and scam calls or SMSes from international numbers will come through your devices.
  • You may be exposed to phishing attempts and fraudulent calls or SMSes from international numbers.
  • There is a higher risk of your personal information or financial details being stolen by malicious actors.


How to activate

 

You can activate 'Block Overseas Calls' and 'Block Overseas SMSes' on the StarHub App > SafeHub+ > Cyber Security > 'Block Overseas Calls' and 'Block Overseas SMSes'

Note that you will need to activate these two services seperately on the app, depending on your preferences. 

If you change your mind, you can opt out anytime with the same steps as well. Head over to our FAQs if you have more questions regarding this product.

 

Step 1

Log into StarHub App
Step 2

Head over to SafeHub+ > Cyber Security and select “Block Overseas Calls" or Block Overseas SMSes"
Step 3

Check out with your selection on the App.

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'Block Overseas Calls' FAQ

'Block Overseas SMSes' FAQ