Gogolook has officially launched #DapatAllMagWhoscall, a nationwide campaign aimed at enhancing digital safety for Filipino citizens. The initiative seeks to empower individuals against online scams by promoting safe online practices through the anti-scam application, Whoscall.
“We are celebrating the successful first year of Whoscall in PH by introducing the #DapatAllMagWhoscall campaign because we believe that everyone should be able to freely use the internet and other digital services without the fear of scams or other forms of fraud.”
– Manwoo Joo, Chief Operating Officer of Gogolook
Mel Migriño, Gogolook’s Southeast Asia Regional Director and Country Representative, outlined the campaign’s three primary objectives.
| Educate Filipinos about online scams |
| Foster a community of digital safety advocates |
| Protect individuals from unknown callers |
“The #DapatAllMagWhoscall campaign promotes an inclusive personal cybersecurity mindset, encouraging Filipinos to adopt safe online behaviors. With this, we are encouraging ‘Dapat All’ (everyone) to be aware of personal online safety.”
– Mel Migriño, Gogolook’s Southeast Asia Regional Director and Country Representative
The Whoscall application offers four key features at no cost:
| Caller and message identification |
| Integration with messaging platforms such as Viber and WhatsApp |
| Safe browsing with a Web Checker |
| Enhanced data security with ID Security |
For users seeking additional protection, Whoscall Premium is available, offering benefits such as an auto-updated number database, automatic URL scanning, auto-spam call blocking, and an ad-free experience.
Migriño highlighted a common oversight among Filipino internet users: “While enhancing our connectivity is important, securing our data online is way more crucial. Scammers are also operating online, and unsecured digital accounts can leave individuals vulnerable to scams.”
Jeff Kuo, Gogolook’s Co-Founder and CEO, previously affirmed the company’s commitment to strengthening personal cybersecurity for Filipinos through Whoscall. He stated, “Gogolook is dedicated to protecting users from scams and fraud through innovative technology to make Internet access a worry-free experience for all.”
The launch event also served as a platform to recognize Gogolook’s pioneer anti-scam advocacy partners in the Philippines, including the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), Cyber Battalion of the Philippine Army, GoTyme Bank, and Scam Watch Pilipinas.
Asia Pacific College Partnership
In a significant development, Asia Pacific College (APC) has recently partnered with Gogolook to promote and adopt the Whoscall app for its student body, with an aim of addressing the profound impact of cybercrime on victims, who often suffer long-lasting mental and emotional consequences. Many victims struggle with concentration and live in constant fear of re-victimization, a state that can severely disrupt a student’s academic performance and personal growth.
The Whoscall app, developed by Gogolook, screens incoming phone calls and SMS messages by checking the originating phone number against a database of known scammers, which currently contains 2.6 billion identified scammer numbers from across Asia, providing students with the opportunity to avoid potentially harmful interactions.
APC’s adoption of the Whoscall app is part of its comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aimed at protecting its community members from malicious actors. With this technology, the institution aims to establish a safer digital environment where students can focus on their studies and reach their full potential without the fear of falling victim to phone and SMS-based scams.
For more information on Whoscall, you may visit its official website.
FAQ
Q: What is the #DapatAllMagWhoscall campaign?
A: The #DapatAllMagWhoscall campaign is a nationwide initiative launched by Gogolook to promote digital safety and empower Filipinos against online scams through the use of the Whoscall app.
Q: How can I download the Whoscall app?
A: The Whoscall app is available for free download from the Apple Store for iOS users and the Play Store for Android users.
Q: What are the main features of the Whoscall app?
A: The main features include caller and message identification, integration with messaging apps, safe browsing with a Web Checker, and enhanced data security with ID Security.
Q: Is there a premium version of Whoscall?
A: Yes, Whoscall Premium offers additional features such as an auto-updated number database, automatic URL scanning, auto-spam call blocking, and an ad-free experience.
Q: Who are Gogolook’s partners in this campaign?
A: Gogolook’s anti-scam advocacy partners include the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), Cyber Battalion of the Philippine Army, GoTyme Bank, Scam Watch Pilipinas, and Asia Pacific College (APC).
Q: How does the partnership with Asia Pacific College work?
A: APC has partnered with Gogolook to promote and adopt the Whoscall app for its student body as part of its cybersecurity strategy. This initiative aims to protect students from phone and SMS-based scams, creating a safer digital environment for academic pursuits.
Q: How extensive is Whoscall’s database of scammer numbers?
A: The Whoscall app currently has a database of 2.6 billion identified scammer numbers from across Asia, providing substantial protection against known threats.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
