01268978659

☎️ 01268978659 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Gamma Telecom Holdings Ltd. It is part of the phone block 1268978 with a prefix of 01268. The area code 01268 originates from Basildon.

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+441268978659+44 1268 97865901268 978659+44-1268-978659

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01268 978659 Tagged as:

whatsapp authentic whatsapp bt openreach talktalk

TimeLine of events for phone number 01268978659

  • Verification scam calls, harassment
    Jul
    2025
  • WhatsApp verification calls explained clearly
    Jun
    2024
  • Frequent notifications from WhatsApp calls
    Sep
    2023
  • Warning about WhatsApp verification scam
    May
    2023
  • Identifying unwanted spam call behavior
    Feb
    2023
  • Warning about WhatsApp verification scam
    Feb
    2023
  • WhatsApp verification during sign-up works seamlessly
    Jan
    2023
  • Giving verification code for WhatsApp scam
    Sep
    2022
  • Scam from genuine-looking WhatsApp number
    Dec
    2021
  • Warning of potential fraudulent activity
    Aug
    2021
  • WhatsApp call verification feature described
    Aug
    2021
  • Beware of WhatsApp activation scam
    Jun
    2021
  • Received foreign voicemail and activation
    Jun
    2021
  • Fake information about WhatsApp verification
    Apr
    2021
  • Expresses concerns about hacking
    Apr
    2021
  • Warning about dangerous WhatsApp scam
    Apr
    2021
  • Warning: scammer attempting WhatsApp code
    Apr
    2021
  • Scammer seeking WhatsApp verification code
    Apr
    2021
  • Multiple strange verification codes and call
    Apr
    2021
  • Warning about WhatsApp verification scammers
    Mar
    2021
  • Alert for WhatsApp verification scam
    Jan
    2021
  • WhatsApp verification process seems genuine
    Jan
    2021
  • Question about voicemail code with WhatsApp
    Aug
    2020
  • Warning about fraudulent activity on WhatsApp
    Aug
    2020
  • WhatsApp verification scam warning alert
    Aug
    2020
  • Asking about WhatsApp verification process
    May
    2020
  • Avoid unknown international phone calls
    Apr
    2020
  • Requesting Whatsapp phone number verification
    Dec
    2019
  • Comment calls something a spam
    Nov
    2019
  • WhatsApp Business verification text call
    Jul
    2019
  • Late-night calls, blocked number
    Jul
    2019
  • WhatsApp verification could be fraudulent
    Jun
    2019
  • Received automated call for verification
    Mar
    2019
  • Text and call in Arabic
    Feb
    2019
  • Late-night missed calls from unknowns
    Jan
    2019
  • Suspicious WhatsApp verification code concerns
    Nov
    2018
  • Second number, instant verification code
    Sep
    2018
  • BT Openreach scammers, as usual
    Jun
    2018
  • Potentially fraudulent call from TalkTalk
    Jun
    2018
  • Possible WhatsApp verification issue mentioned
    Jun
    2018
  • Received suspicious call about verification
    May
    2018
  • WhatsApp number used for activation
    Aug
    2017
  • Called late, no response received
    Jun
    2017
  • Called at 3:05 AM
    Apr
    2017
Number Of Searches: 364 Number Of Comments: 38 First Seen: 22 April 2017 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Garvagh(Greater London), Kilncadzow(South Lanarkshire), Lochwood(Glasgow), Losgaintir(Western Isles) and Pattack(Highland).

01268978659 has 38 comments of which 15 x negative and 19 x neutral and 4 x positive

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01268978659 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01268978659 👆 is reported as a number frequently linked to WhatsApp verification code scams. Callers often use automated messages to prompt recipients to enter codes, potentially compromising accounts. Users advise caution, especially if unexpected texts or calls follow WhatsApp installation or transfers. The number may also be involved in harassment through repeated calls, sometimes at unsociable hours, and often in conjunction with other similar numbers. While some messages may appear genuine, the consensus is that these are attempts to fraudulently obtain verification codes. It is recommended not to respond to unsolicited calls or messages from this number and to follow official WhatsApp guidelines when setting up or transferring accounts to avoid falling victim.

Reports on phone number 01268978659

1 year
Got hit with three calls from different numbers all in just a couple of minutes. They kept texting me about verifying stuff, but it was obvious a scam and honestly pretty annoying.
3 years
My phone keeps going off, calls coming through on both WhatsApp and my mobile non-stop.
WhatsApp
3 years
Got a call from some total spammer.
3 years
Got one of those messages asking me to verify my WhatsApp account, but it was definitely some kind of scam. Be careful, it’s not from the real service.
WhatsApp
3 years
Had to go through WhatsApp verification when I made my account. It was alright, no issues.
WhatsApp
4 years
They asked for a verification code to get into my WhatsApp, totally a scam!
WhatsApp
5 years
It might seem like it's from WhatsApp, but if it sets off any scam alerts, then it's ABSOLUTELY still a scam, no doubt about it.
WhatsApp
5 years
Definitely a scam, don’t trust it.
5 years
It's like those WhatsApp login codes but by phone call instead of a message.
WhatsApp
5 years
Got a random message with a WhatsApp activation code from some scammer trying to sneak into accounts. Be careful, don’t share those codes with anyone!
WhatsApp
5 years
Got a voicemail from someone speaking another language, and right after that, I received a WhatsApp message with some activation code. Pretty weird combo!
WhatsApp
5 years
I received a WhatsApp verification number, but upon checking my app, everything seems perfectly alright. Clearly, this is just bogus information!
WhatsApp
5 years
i got a lot of calls saying they were from whatsapp with some verification code which i never asked for. it felt really sketchy and honestly kinda threatening. be careful with these, they seem more like a scam trying to mess with you than anything legit. really annoying and feels unsafe.
WhatsApp
5 years
Had a bloke ring up asking for my WhatsApp verification code - classic scam move trying to nab your info.
WhatsApp
5 years
Some dodgy person ringing up to nick your WhatsApp verification code, watch out!
WhatsApp
5 years
I kept getting loads of WhatsApp verification codes that I never asked for. Then this number rang me, but I missed the call since I was already talking to someone else.
WhatsApp
5 years
Got a call from some dodgy folk wanting my WhatsApp verification code. Be careful, they’re clearly scammers trying to steal your info!
6 years
Real WhatsApp code for verifcation purposes.
AUTHENTIC WhatsApp
6 years
Got a voicemail that had an automated message with a verification code in it, I recently set up Whatsapp so I’m thinking it might be linked to that??
WhatsApp
6 years
Just got a dodgy Whatsapp message, they were after my verification code. Told them to shove off, total scam.
WhatsApp
6 years
Got a call about verifying WhatsApp, but it turned out to be a scam. Be careful with these, they try to trick you into giving away your code.
WhatsApp
6 years
I received a phone call from an international number that I didn't recognise, so I chose not to pick up. I have a hunch that it could be quite dodgy.
7 years
Basically, this number belongs to a spammer.
7 years
I was trying to switch over to WhatsApp Business but kept getting a message that a code was sent by text. So I hit the call option instead, and the voice on the other end sounded completely bogus. Proper dodgy if you ask me!
WhatsApp
7 years
I keep getting calls from this number at unsociable hours, so I've decided to block it.
7 years
Got a message saying it was for WhatsApp verification, but it was definitely a scam. Be careful, folks!
WhatsApp
7 years
I was setting up WhatsApp and chose the option to get a verification code by phone call because I never got the text with the code. After installing the app, I clicked on the call me button and received an automated message that read out the code so I could confirm my WhatsApp number.
7 years
So I got a message, mostly in Arabic, then just a few seconds later this number called me with some kind of Arabic robo message. I hung up straight away.
8 years
I keep getting calls at unsociable hours from various numbers. Just the other night, I had four missed calls in a mere ten minutes, all from different digits, and it’s really unsettling. It feels like they're trying to rattle me.
8 years
Just got a message with a WhatsApp verification code but I didn’t ask for one. Feels like a scam or someone trying to hack my account. Watch out if you get the same!
WhatsApp
8 years
Got two calls back to back from different numbers, both had some automated message about verifying a number!
8 years
Just got another call from those typical BT Openreach con artists.
BT Openreach
8 years
sounds dodgy to me - they say they're from talktalk but im pretty sure it's a scam. better not bother with it.
TalkTalk
8 years
Sounds like it might be one of those WhatsApp codes for verification or something.
WhatsApp
8 years
Received a call from this number, and they started spouting some verification code nonsense. I had no choice but to end the call!
9 years
This is a number associated with WhatsApp for setting up an account.
WhatsApp
9 years
I received a call at half past two in the early hours, and the caller was utterly silent.
9 years
Received a call at 3:05 in the morning! What on earth was that about?!

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