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Increase and Decline in Robocalls

According to the latest data from YouMail's Robocall Index, U.S. consumers faced over 4.1 billion robocalls in August 2025. This represents a 4% decrease from July's total of approximately 4.3 billion calls. However, it's noteworthy that the total amount of robocalls so far this year has risen by about 7.1% compared to the same timeframe in 2024.

A Trend of Decrease?

Despite the numerical decline from July to August, the broader perspective reveals an ongoing struggle. August's robocall volume per day averaged 133.9 million, translating to 1,550 robocalls each second. This recent dip marks the fourth consecutive month of declining robocalls since the high point observed in April 2025, yet it is still about 16% lower than that peak. As YouMail CEO Alex Quilici pointed out, while daily call counts are diminishing, the year is still on track to exceed the previous year's totals.

Composition of Robocalls

In August, around 60% of the robocalls received across the country were categorized as unwanted, similar to previous months. However, the overall decline affected all categories of robocalls, including:

• - Notifications: Approximately 960 million calls (-2.3% from July).
• - Payment Reminders: Nearly 710 million calls (-4.2%).
• - Scams and Telemarketing: The largest share, with 2.5 billion calls (-4.7%).

This data indicates that while there’s a slight reduction in call numbers, individuals are still predominantly bombarded by unwanted telemarketing and scam calls.

Impact of Payday Loan Robocalls

August saw a notable prevalence of annoying robocalls connected to payday loans and debt relief solutions. These ongoing campaigns often prey on consumers facing financial hardships and involve a narrative that attempts to lure recipients into engaging with dubious loan modification services. Calls claiming to help refinance or eliminate payday loan issues were reported to have reached high volumes, frustrating many consumers. According to feedback, these robocalls do not respect do-not-call lists and frequently reach individuals who never sought their help.

The Role of YouMail

YouMail, the company behind the Robocall Index, provides a free app to protect consumers from these intrusive calls and has developed a sophisticated detection system to combat such nuisances. By utilizing a combination of user data and advanced technology, the app works to identify troublesome numbers and mitigate unwanted traffic effectively. Furthermore, YouMail continues to serve as a significant source of data on the state of telephone traffic and robocalls in the U.S., with its statistics regularly referenced by the FCC.

Conclusion

While the slight decrease in the volume of robocalls in August might present a glimmer of relief for consumers, the ongoing prevalence of unwanted calls illustrates a persistent issue in maintaining effective communication lines. YouMail's continued analysis highlights both the successes and the challenges that consumers face in a landscape still riddled with scam and telemarketing calls. For anyone frustrated by robocalls, employing services like YouMail could be a proactive step towards alleviation.

For insights on specific regions or more detailed data, including analyzing the behaviors of robocalls state by state, visit YouMail.