How Isabel scores spam
Each inbound call is scored using multiple signals before Isabel answers. Known scam patterns, short-hangup behavior, caller ID verification, and do-not-call listings all contribute to a score that decides how the call is handled.
- Low risk: the call is answered normally.
- Elevated risk: Isabel uses a shorter, guarded greeting and captures less detail.
- High risk: the call is routed to a separate flow that records what the caller says and emails it to you as a spam voicemail.
Block a specific number
When a number keeps getting through, add it to the blocklist from the Spam page. Blocked numbers skip Isabel entirely and never count against your usage.
- Open Calls and go to the Spam section.
- Add the number in E.164 format, for example +15551234567.
- Save. Future calls from that number are blocked automatically.
Review spam voicemails
If a call is borderline, Isabel does not silently drop it. The caller is handed off to a spam flow that records a short message. That recording is emailed to you so a real customer never slips through a filter by accident.
Tune over time
Review a few spam recordings each week. If a real customer lands there, move the number to an allowlist. If a spam caller keeps recording, move the number to the blocklist.