What is Spam Likely that shows on Orange?
Investigation into the network labeling that destroys your B2B reputation.
SPAM
LIKELY
In brief: The algorithm's verdict
The "Spam Likely" alert is not human: it is the result of a dynamic reputation score. Orange uses behavioral analysis engines (like Hiya) to identify repetitive call patterns, overly short call durations, and abnormally low answer rates.
The 6 culprits
1. Massive Volume
Too many calls made from the same number in too short a time frame.
2. Low Answer Rate
A "No Answer" (NRP) rate above 80% is an immediate red flag.
3. User Reports
Users have manually blocked or marked you as unwanted on their phone.
4. Polluted Trunk
Your carrier uses poor quality telecom routes that are already blacklisted.
5. Bad Timing
Calling during rest or meal hours increases the irritability rate.
6. Recycled Number
Your new number already had a bad reputation from its previous owner.
The "Spam Likely" Logic
Carrier Comparison
| Carrier | Alert message displayed |
|---|---|
| Orange | "Spam probable" or "Unwanted call" |
| SFR | "Suspected Spam" |
| Bouygues | "Commercial call" (via Hiya) |
| Free | "Possible Spam" (Aggressive filtering) |
How to know if you're flagged?
Solution 1: DIY Method
Call a friend or colleague's phone on the Orange network.
Solution 2: HUHU.FR
Test your numbers on our pool of 500+ real devices across France.
Prevention
- • Number rotation every 2 hours
- • Opt-in list verification
- • Compliance with legal calling hours
- • Non-aggressive call scripts
Reaction (If flagged)
- • Immediate rest period (15 days)
- • Removal request to Hiya
- • Switch trunk carrier
- • Delete number if persistent
Number Healing Time
| Severity Score | Recovery Time |
|---|---|
| Nuisance (70-80%) | 15 days (complete rest) |
| Negative (80-90%) | 30 days (complete rest) |
| Spam / Fraud (90%+) | Change the number |
Investigation questions
Can I pay Orange to remove the alert?
Does the 09 prefix protect against Spam Likely?
"Spam likely" shows but I'm not telemarketing, why?
Does it show on all phones?
If I change my number, will the new one be clean?
Complete diagnosis in less than 30 seconds