FCCFinal Rule
Call Authentication Trust Anchor
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Summary
The FCC's Call Authentication Trust Anchor rule requires phone carriers to implement technology that verifies phone calls are actually coming from who they claim to be, helping prevent spoofed robocalls and scams. This regulation aims to make it harder for scammers to impersonate legitimate businesses or government agencies when calling people.
Key Points
- 1Phone companies must set up a system to authenticate (verify) incoming calls so you can trust the caller ID showing on your phone
- 2The rule targets robocalls and scams where criminals fake caller ID numbers to trick people into giving money or personal information
- 3Carriers are required to implement this authentication system, which will gradually roll out across the telephone network
- 4The technology allows phone companies to block or flag calls that fail authentication checks before they reach your phone
- 5This affects all major phone service providers and telecommunications companies that handle voice calls
Key Dates
Published
August 19, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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