Watch: UAE telecom regulator shares tips to avoid hefty phone bill

Monday, 29 July 2019 16:03

The UAE's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is calling on residents to read the fine print on their smartphone apps to avoid hefty bills.

It's tweeted a video, reminding the public that not all of their apps may be free of charge, so it's best to double-check.

The TRA is also urging consumers to take protective measures such as setting PIN codes or fingerprint and facial recognition.

Protect yourself against bill shock !
@TheUAETRA pic.twitter.com/vS6tBjFxru
— تدرا 🇦🇪 TDRA (@tdrauae) July 28, 2019

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