FAQ – Telephony and Internet

1. My internet connection is very slow or not working well. What should I do?

When connection quality is degraded, it is advisable to perform several simple checks: restart your equipment, test different devices, and note the periods during which the issues occur. If the problem persists, contact your operator and keep the reference numbers from your communications. Speed test results, screenshots, or outage logs may also be useful to document the situation.


2. I am experiencing frequent phone or internet outages. What can I do?

It is recommended to carefully note the dates, times, and durations of service interruptions. This information will help the operator better identify the origin of the problem. A written complaint accompanied by concrete evidence generally facilitates the review of the case.


3. My bill is much higher than expected. What should I do?

Start by reviewing the details of the bill to identify the items that generated the disputed amounts. These may include options, additional services, out-of-plan usage, or billing errors. If anything is unclear, ask your operator for written explanations.


4. The operator is billing me for services I never requested. What should I do?

It is advisable to ask for the exact origin of the billed services and the evidence demonstrating their subscription. Keep the contracts, order confirmations, and invoices in order to be able to compare the services actually subscribed to with those being billed.


5. My operator refuses to cancel my subscription. Is this normal?

The terms of termination depend on the contract signed and any potential commitment period. Check the conditions stated in your contract and keep proof of your termination request as well as its sending date.


6. I changed my carrier, but my line was never activated. What should I do?

It is useful to keep all documents related to the subscription: the contract, confirmation emails, announced dates for activation, and exchanges with customer service. A written complaint often makes it possible to obtain more precise follow-up on the file.


7. My operator terminated my line without explanation. What should I do?

Ask for the exact reasons for the termination and keep all letters or emails received. A written clarification from the operator generally helps to better understand the situation and any possible solutions.


8. I never received the equipment promised when I signed up. What should I do?

Keep the commercial documents, order confirmations, and correspondence with the operator. These items make it possible to verify the commitments made during the subscription and to recall precisely what was planned.


9. My number porting has failed. What can I do?

Number portability is often an important factor when switching operators. If a problem occurs, it is recommended to contact the operators involved promptly and to keep all references for the steps taken.


10. I keep receiving invoices after the termination of my contract. What should I do?

Check the effective termination date on the documents received and compare it with the disputed invoices. A written request detailing the disputed amounts generally makes it possible to obtain explanations or a regularization when justified.


11. My mobile phone has defects shortly after its purchase. What should I do?

Keep the purchase invoice, communications with the seller or operator, and any proof of the observed malfunctions. A precise description of the problems encountered generally facilitates the processing of the request.


12. My carrier refuses to cover a hardware failure. What can I do?

It is advisable to ask for the reasons for the refusal and to check the conditions applicable to the equipment in question. Invoices, contracts, and any technical reports may be useful in understanding the origin of the disagreement.


13. I am receiving unwanted sales calls or messages. What can I do?

Keep the numbers, dates, and times of the solicitations received. This information can be useful to identify the origin of the cold calls and take the appropriate steps with the organizations or companies involved.


14. My telephone line has been hijacked. What should I do?

In the event of fraudulent use of your identity or your number, it is important to act quickly with your carrier and to keep all evidence that helps establish the facts: statements, invoices, emails, and screenshots.


15. My operator refuses to provide me with certain recordings or documents. What should I do?

A written request specifying the desired documents and their purpose often helps to clarify the situation. Keep a copy of all steps taken.


16. My subscription contains options that I hadn't noticed. What should I do?

Carefully review the contract, terms and conditions, and invoices to identify the options in question. If in doubt, ask the operator for information regarding their activation and billing.


17. I am experiencing recurring problems with customer service. What should I do?

When phone calls do not go through, it is often better to favor written exchanges. These make it possible to keep an accurate record of the requests made and the responses obtained.


18. How to resolve a dispute with a carrier without going to court?

The first step is generally to send a detailed written complaint to the operator. When the dispute persists despite direct exchanges, it is possible to seek an amicable solution with the help of a competent third party.


19. What documents should be kept in the event of a telephone or internet dispute?

It is recommended to keep contracts, invoices, consumption statements, emails, screenshots, mail, speed test results, and all supporting documents related to the service in question. These documents may be essential to prove the facts.


20. What to do if no amicable solution is found?

When amicable attempts fail, it is important to have a complete and chronological file including all evidence and exchanges that have taken place with the operator. A well-prepared file facilitates the analysis of the dispute and subsequent steps.


Important information: This FAQ provides general information on the main disputes that may arise with landline, mobile, Internet, or television operators. It does not constitute personalized legal advice. Each situation has specific features that must be examined individually. Decisions made on the basis of this information are exclusively the user's responsibility.