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01616098196

☎️ 01616098196 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Vodafone Ltd (C&W). It is part of the phone block 161609 with a prefix of 0161. The area code 0161 originates from Manchester.

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0161 609 8196 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01616098196

  • Question unanswered; now facing block
    Mar
    2019
  • Multiple annoying clown calls persist
    Mar
    2019
  • Fraudulent scam call from Microsoft
    Mar
    2019
  • Difficulty in shutting down scammers
    Mar
    2019
  • "Scammers should find legitimate work"
    Mar
    2019
  • Blocked after unwanted computer call
    Mar
    2019
  • Received four phone calls
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call pretending to be Microsoft
    Mar
    2019
  • Microsoft scam call, all Apple devices
    Mar
    2019
  • Warning about spoof scam calls
    Mar
    2019
  • Unwanted PC-related scam call received
    Mar
    2019
  • Repeated calls despite TPS registration
    Mar
    2019
  • Persistent, rude calls about Windows
    Mar
    2019
  • Beware of fake Windows support
    Mar
    2019
  • Number still getting through despite block
    Mar
    2019
  • Blocking did not prevent calls
    Mar
    2019
  • Blocking it not always effective
    Mar
    2019
  • Scammed by fake Microsoft calls
    Mar
    2019
  • Blocked number still rings repeatedly
    Mar
    2019
  • Unwanted calls, blocked number
    Mar
    2019
  • Scammers with bad Indian accent
    Mar
    2019
  • Scammers asking about computer information
    Mar
    2019
  • Protects your computer from scammers
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call from Microsoft reported
    Mar
    2019
  • Suspected scam; unavailable phone
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call, rang three times
    Mar
    2019
  • Unwanted calls from blocked number
    Mar
    2019
  • Prank call ended unexpectedly, amusing
    Mar
    2019
  • Persistence in call blocking requested
    Mar
    2019
  • Unwanted call, blocked number, persistence
    Mar
    2019
  • User referencing Microsoft technical support
    Mar
    2019
  • Suspicious call, checked number, blocked
    Mar
    2019
  • Blocking unwanted calls, thankful comment
    Feb
    2019
  • Problem with customer service representation
    Feb
    2019
  • Fed up with fake calls
    Feb
    2019
  • Microsoft tech support scam encounter
    Feb
    2019
  • Scammer posing as tech support
    Feb
    2019
  • Call disconnects upon answering
    Feb
    2019
  • Grateful for avoiding unwanted call
    Feb
    2019
  • Police whistle deters phone scammers
    Jan
    2019
  • Avoids answering potential fraud calls
    Jan
    2019
  • Windows Microsoft scared and intimidated
    Jan
    2019
  • Scam call from fake technician
    Jan
    2019
  • Sarcastic response to pushy technician
    Jan
    2019
  • Scam call from "Microsoft" resolved
    Jan
    2019
  • Prepared and thwarted telephone scam
    Jan
    2019
  • Dealing with persistent scam calls
    Jan
    2019
  • Annoying calls, no response, disconnect
    Jan
    2019
  • Warning about Microsoft scam calls
    Jan
    2019
  • Warning about potential scam activities
    Jan
    2019
  • Frequent calls, dead line when called
    Jan
    2019
  • Confronted technical support phone scammer
    Jan
    2019
  • Microsoft scam phone call experience
    Jan
    2019
  • Microsoft scam call, computer issue
    Jan
    2019
  • Doubtful of computer problem claim
    Jan
    2019
  • Tech support scam; confronted and exposed
    Jan
    2019
  • Received support from Windows technician, scammed
    Jan
    2019
  • Warning about potential scam tactic
    Jan
    2019
  • Beware scammers posing as Microsoft
    Jan
    2019
  • Upset over unwanted call identity dedoddle
    Jan
    2019
  • Blocked after repeated silent calls
    Jan
    2019
  • Received scam call from "Windows."
    Jan
    2019
  • User experienced call hang-up frustration
    Jan
    2019
  • Scam phone call about Microsoft
    Jan
    2019
  • Scammer calls about computer details
    Jan
    2019
Number Of Searches: 413 Number Of Comments: 63 First Seen: 23 January 2019 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Coates(West Sussex), Little Bray(Devon) and Sourlie(East Ayrshire).

01616098196 has 63 comments of which 22 x neutral and 41 x negative

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01616098196 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01616098196 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance scam number impersonating Microsoft technical support, repeatedly calling with claims of computer issues or malware infections. Callers often have Indian or other foreign accents, attempt to gain remote access, and may become rude if challenged. Many recipients do not own Windows PCs, leading scammers to abruptly hang up. Despite blocking attempts, the number frequently resurfaces, causing annoyance and distress, especially among older individuals. It is advised to ignore or block the calls, never provide personal or payment information, and refrain from engaging with the callers. This number is notorious for fraudulent activity, including scare tactics and attempts to gain control of devices, and should be treated with caution.

Reports on phone number 01616098196

7 years
I just didn’t pick up and have since blocked the number.
7 years
Got another call from someone claiming to be Microsoft. Why is it so difficult to get these scammers stopped?
Microsoft
7 years
Honestly, they should just be ashamed and find real work instead of trying to rip people off like this. Definitely blocking that number.
7 years
Got called four times, twice on my mobile and twice on my landline.
7 years
I've received numerous calls claiming to be from Microsoft, insisting there’s an issue with my computer due to a detected virus. They even asked for my email to confirm something or other, but before I could get a proper explanation, they'd hang up! It's becoming rather bothersome, as they've called me six times in just three days!
Microsoft
7 years
Got a call from a woman claiming to be from Microsoft’s tech support, saying my computer was throwing error alerts their way. I told her I don’t even own a PC at home, but she insisted I was lying and called me a bad person! Blocked the number again, this is the second time it’s happened.
Microsoft
7 years
For the past week, these jokers 🤡 have been ringing me up nonstop. Today was especially bad - got three calls in a row with no break. Haven’t picked up so I can't tell you much else except they're a proper pain.
7 years
Got a call from an Asian bloke saying something like 'it's about your computer'. I told him I wasn’t interested and he just ended the call. Seen the other comments here and decided to block the number now.
7 years
Somebody called claiming to be from Microsoft, saying there was an issue with my Windows system. Funny thing is, I only use Apple gadgets, so that was a bit suspicious!
MicrosoftApple
7 years
Fed up with those annoying calls from India. They’re just fake numbers trying to trick you. Best thing is to leave them be and don’t pick up if they ring! They're definitely NOT calling from Microsoft - it's just some scam from India or somewhere like that. Can’t share the direct link here, but if you search for ‘phone calls with false origins’ on Google, you’ll find info on spoof calls easily. Keith, Manchester, 16/3/2019.
MicrosoftIndiaGoogleKeithMANCHESTER
7 years
This isn’t the first time I’ve been pestered by a caller claiming there's a problem with my computer, particularly regarding Windows. When I told them I don’t even own a PC, they just hung up without a word. I attempted to ring the number back to uncover who they were and where they might be located, but it’s no surprise that the line is dead.
7 years
I've been bombarded with calls over the past week from this number. Today, I finally picked up, only to be met with yet another spiel about a Windows problem on my computer. Just like someone else mentioned, I informed them that I don’t own a PC at all. They then abruptly cut the line - how utterly discourteous!
7 years
I've had this number ring me four times this afternoon. I'm meant to be on the Telephone Preference Service list, so I'm puzzled as to how they're even able to contact me. I was under the impression that this kind of calling was against the law.
7 years
I've already put this number on my block list, but somehow they managed to call me two times anyway. It's quite frustrating.
7 years
Got a call from someone claiming they were from the Windows Tech Support, total scammer!
Fraudster
7 years
This morning I saw 9 missed calls from 01616098196. They've called me before, saying there's been illegal downloads on my computer and that Microsoft wants me to switch it on. Got caught out once by them and they took over my PC. Ended up paying £44 to have the whole thing cleaned. Not falling for that mess again, no way.
Microsoft
7 years
Yesterday I decided to block this number after seeing what others wrote about it, but they’ve called me twice already today. Guess blocking doesn’t really do much. Luckily I didn’t pick up since I’m overseas at the moment.
7 years
I put this number on my blocked list yesterday after seeing what people said here, but they still managed to ring me twice today. Seems like blocking doesn’t really work. I didn’t pick up becasue I’m currently overseas.
7 years
I've got a certain number that I've added to my block list. I consistently ignore their calls, yet they persistently keep trying to reach me.
7 years
Got a call from some scammer asking all sorts of stuff about my computer. Definitely not giving them any info!
7 years
Got calls from this number three times, picked up on the fourth and said "who's this and why are you calling me?" The woman on the line sounded Asian, just said "hello" and then cut off. Found the number here and I'm so glad I looked it up. Blocked it straight away, cheers!
7 years
I tried ringing the number, but no one picked up. When I called back, I was greeted with a message saying the line was unavailable. Feels a bit dodgy to me, perhaps a scam?
7 years
Some scammers called, trying to get me to let them work on my PC. Honestly, the Indian accent was the hardest to understand I've come across so far.
7 years
Got three calls from this number within a couple of hours claiming my computer had some sort of issue. Sounded like a total scam to me, so I just blocked it.
7 years
Some dodgy call tryin to get into my computer, total scam!
7 years
They wouldn’t stop ringing all day, so I picked up and told whoever it was to quit calling me. Then this robotic voice said “goodbye” and they ended the call. Definitely blocked them now!
7 years
This morning turned out to be quite amusing! The same number had been pestering me for several days, so I thought I’d have a bit of a giggle. When I picked up the phone, I pretended to be from the 'Fraud Department.' Wouldn’t you know it, the foreign woman on the other end hung up in a flash! Quite the entertaining little encounter, if I do say so myself.
Fraud Department
7 years
This number keeps calling me non-stop, I just keep blocking it every time.
7 years
Had a call from someone claiming to be with Microsoft’s tech support, sounded totally dodgy to me!
Microsoft
7 years
SCAM ALERT!!!!! I didn't pick up the phone. Then I looked up the number on Who Rang Me and noticed loads of similar complaints. So I’ve blocked it now. I never usually answer calls from numbers I don’t know. If it’s important, they’ll just drop a text after a few tries, that’s what I reckon.
7 years
Got a call from some bloke saying it was about my computer. He kept pushing to get me chatting but I wasn't having any of it. I told him to stop wasting my time and told him to jog on. I hung up and blocked the number. Then, in less than a couple hours, they rang me two more times but thanks to the block, nothing went through.
8 years
Cheers for everyone’s input. I didn’t pick up when it rang, but after reading what others said, I’ve gone ahead and blocked the number. Thanks again!
8 years
Had some trouble with my laptop and these lot just kept going on for ages. The call was definitely not for me, despite their claims about my phone bill. When I refused to follow their instructions, they turned nasty quite quickly. Can't imagine any proper customer service behaving like that. Eventually got fed up and ended the call.
8 years
So this bloke claiming to be from Microsoft called me to say my PC had issues. I told him straight up I don’t even own a Microsoft machine, but he kept going, asking if I was sat at it right now. When I said there’s no way I’d let him near my computer, calling me out for being daft, he actually told me “you are stupid, you are because.” I just hung up on him. No real customer service rep would ever be that rude. I never bought his story for a moment 🤨 I’ve blocked the number now but I guess they’ll just ring from a new one next time.
HarryMicrosoft
8 years
I'm really fed up with all these dodgy calls from sketchy so-called 'businesses' - it's getting proper annoying.
8 years
I've been receiving calls from this number for quite a few days now. Finally, I picked up the phone this morning. A man with a foreign accent claimed to be from the Windows Technical Team, trying to explain the reason behind my so-called technical issues. The thing is, I only have a tablet, not a computer. As soon as I mentioned that, he abruptly ended the call. How rude!
Windows Technical Team
8 years
Calls disconnect immediately upon being picked up.
8 years
Having perused the earlier feedback, I’m quite glad I chose to let this call slip by at 9:19 in the morning.
8 years
I had a rather peculiar phone call earlier. A chap claimed to be from the Windows Technical Department and asserted that there was a problem with my computer. He insisted that I allow him access through a particular website to “resolve” the issue. However, when I informed him that my device was an Apple, his attitude shifted dramatically. He bluntly told me to "get lost" before abruptly ending the call! Quite an experience, I must say!
Windows Technical DepartmentApple
8 years
Got a call from some woman abroad saying there's an issue with my computer. I told her the only issue is her lot calling all the time, even after I asked them to stop. They just don’t listen!
8 years
I usually just ignore calls that show up as 'possible scam.' This one tried ringing me about five times in a row before I gave up and blocked the number.
8 years
I found that if you blow a really loud police whistle at them, they tend to drop the call quickly. These dodgy scam calls keep coming because crooks can still rent virtual numbers without much fuss. I've tried getting our MP involved but they just won’t do anything about it. It’s scary for older folks who’re now afraid to pick up their phones. I’ve heard of some people losing a ton of money because of it.
8 years
Got a call from a woman pretending to be from Microsoft, saying there was a problem with my computer. I explained I use a company laptop and have an IT team there, so I'll reach out to them instead. She just said "alright, thanks" and hung up. I guess she was fairly polite about it. I've blocked the number now, but I’m certain they’ll be ringing back again soon. :(
Microsoft
8 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be a "Windows tech" about my computer. Thing is, I don’t even use Windows, so I replied with a bit of sarcasm like, "Oh yeah, right." After that, they just kept pushing harder, trying to get me to give them remote access.
8 years
I saw this number on here before it rung me again so I was ready. The bloke kept talking non stop, told me to hit the Windows key and R, which I did. When he asked what popped up on my screen I just told him “watch out, you’re about to get scammed by a numpty.” He dropped the phone faster than I could blink!
8 years
I've been plagued by so many calls from this number, it’s become quite tiresome. Strangely, no one ever says a word, and then the line cuts off abruptly. I would appreciate it if you could eliminate this number from your records. Cheers!
8 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft, called himself Harry, sounded Indian though. Told him straight up to leave me alone and stop with the scams. A mate of mine lost thousands from a similar scam, these people are just the worst kind of lowlife.
MicrosoftHarry
8 years
Total scammers, don't trust them at all.
8 years
01616098196 kept calling me daily. But when I tried ringing back, it just went straight to a dead line. Quite annoying really.
8 years
Oh, it was definitely one of those Microsoft scams, they claimed they were calling from the tech team at "miercrosoft" or something like that. I didn’t mince my words and let them know exactly how dodgy I thought their scam was. They were pretty rude about it and just slammed the phone down on me. Shame, I had a whole bunch of other choice words lined up for the scammer!
Microsoft
8 years
Got a call from some woman with a heavy accent trying to get me to follow her instructions on my PC. Took her quite a few minutes to figure out that I'm actually working on a building site and haven't got a computer anywhere near me! Total Microsoft scam, very dodgy.
Microsoft
8 years
Somebody said they were from Microsoft and called me about a problem with my mum's computer. They wanted to "train" me or get some info, but it felt dodgy.
Microsoft
8 years
Oh sure, blaming some "problem with my computer" like it’s believable or something. Yeah, right.
8 years
Some bloke called sayin’ my computer had loads of errors and he was here to sort it out. Spent about an hour lettin’ him “fix” stuff, but then I told him I hadn’t done a thing because I knew it was all rubbish. Told him to be ashamed and his English wasn’t great either. Then he just hung up on me.
8 years
They were asking loads of questions about my computer, sounded like a total scam to me.
8 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be with Microsoft Windows, saying they were worried about loads of errors popping up on my machine and wanted to assist me. Thought it was quite kind of them, so I let the bloke give it a go. Tried doing all the stuff he asked for, but no way could I dig up the info he wanted. Should’ve probably mentioned earlier that I’m on a Mac, not a PC, ha! Bet he wasn’t too chuffed when I clocked the whole thing straight away and pulled one over on him!
Apple
8 years
I received a call claiming to be regarding my Microsoft computer, which I obviously don’t own. As soon as I mentioned this, they promptly ended the call. Quite suspicious, if you ask me!
Microsoft
8 years
keeps ringing but no answer, so i’ve just blocked the number now.
8 years
kept ringin saying they were from windows and kept callin me mum. told them to jog on after a bit.
8 years
I told them I work in IT and that we were recording the call, but then the person suddenly hung up. They’d started saying something about issues with Windows before that.
8 years
some bloke rang me saying he was from the windows tech team about an issue with my PC. problem is i dont have any issues at all. bit of a hassle for no reason if you ask me.
8 years
On the 28th January, I got a call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft. They asked for personal info about my PC, but I told them to stop right there. I also mentioned that the conversation was being recorded for security and training. Better safe than sorry with these scams!
Microsoft
8 years
I've received a couple of calls from a foreign woman inquiring about my computer and laptop, specifically asking whether I'm using Windows. It’s clearly a scammer trying to fish for information.

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