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01616098197

☎️ 01616098197 👆 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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+441616098197+44 161 609 81970161 609 8197+44-161-609-8197

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0161 609 8197 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01616098197

  • Informed misunderstanding about Windows support
    Mar
    2019
  • Negative feelings towards tech support
    Mar
    2019
  • User distrusts Windows technicians
    Mar
    2019
  • Delayed response, automated disconnection
    Mar
    2019
  • Questioned fraudulent tech company call
    Mar
    2019
  • Dismissive of impact on deterrent
    Mar
    2019
  • Computer had virus, yeah right
    Mar
    2019
  • Rude response from Windows team
    Mar
    2019
  • Warning against cooperating with scammers
    Mar
    2019
  • Only reveal being the specialist
    Mar
    2019
  • Scammers target vulnerable, demanding money
    Mar
    2019
  • Warning about phone call scams
    Mar
    2019
  • Rant about UK government involvement
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Mar
    2019
  • Persistent spammy telemarketing calls from 01616098197
    Mar
    2019
  • Repeated calls, potential legal action
    Mar
    2019
  • Multiple spam calls ignored successfully
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam alert, do not comply
    Mar
    2019
  • Possible computer tech support scam
    Mar
    2019
  • Scammed by fake Microsoft employee
    Mar
    2019
  • Block and ignore scam calls
    Mar
    2019
  • Complaint about fraud calls, theft
    Mar
    2019
  • Extend the call, fail scammers professionally
    Mar
    2019
  • Unwanted call, quickly blocked afterwards
    Mar
    2019
  • Beware of computer scammers
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call for computer problem
    Mar
    2019
  • Ignored call, blocked after no message
    Mar
    2019
  • Avoided potential computer scam phone call
    Mar
    2019
  • Microsoft monitored problem for weeks
    Mar
    2019
  • Fraudulent call about computer viruses
    Mar
    2019
  • Played along with annoying caller
    Mar
    2019
  • - Warning about computer scammers
    Mar
    2019
  • Frequent unwanted calls, number blocked
    Mar
    2019
  • Blocked repeated unwanted calls from 3 locations
    Mar
    2019
  • Unanswered calls, multiple attempts, blocked
    Mar
    2019
  • Multiple harassing calls from unidentified number
    Mar
    2019
  • Foreign scam callers multiple times
    Mar
    2019
  • Suspicious female caller with accent
    Mar
    2019
  • Received multiple sketchy calls, blocked
    Mar
    2019
  • Using loud noise for telemarketers
    Mar
    2019
  • Asked for info, hung up
    Mar
    2019
  • Excessive calls, number blocked
    Mar
    2019
  • Received scam call on MAC
    Mar
    2019
  • Scammed foreign man with ease
    Mar
    2019
  • Phone scam targeting Microsoft users
    Mar
    2019
  • Frequent calls, no message, blocking
    Mar
    2019
  • Suspicious scam phone call, hang up
    Mar
    2019
  • Fraudulent call about computer virus
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call, blocked new number
    Mar
    2019
  • Potential tech support scam warning
    Mar
    2019
  • Receiving unwanted calls about computer issues
    Mar
    2019
  • Increased phone calls, suspicious computer activity
    Mar
    2019
  • Received unwanted call about Windows
    Mar
    2019
  • Suspicious calls, blocked number
    Mar
    2019
  • Woman with Asian accent, scammer warning
    Mar
    2019
  • Block and don't engage
    Mar
    2019
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Mar
    2019
  • Claimed to be Microsoft representative
    Mar
    2019
  • Repeating a phone number
    Mar
    2019
  • Beware of fake tech support
    Mar
    2019
  • Spam call from fake support
    Mar
    2019
Number Of Searches: 283 Number Of Comments: 60 First Seen: 26 February 2019 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Bank Top(Lancashire), Botallack(Cornwall) and Scapegoat Hill(West Yorkshire).

01616098197 has 60 comments of which 41 x negative and 19 x neutral

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01616098197 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01616098197 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance number linked to aggressive computer support scams falsely claiming affiliation with Microsoft or Windows Technical Support. Callers, often with foreign accents, repeatedly allege computer viruses or security issues to manipulate recipients into granting remote access, purchasing unnecessary services, or revealing financial information. Many targets report rude or threatening behaviour when questioned or confronted, and calls frequently continue despite blocking attempts. The number issues non-specific threats and attempts to coerce compliance, but no legitimate technical department is associated with it. Users are strongly advised not to engage, avoid sharing any personal or financial details, and report the number to appropriate authorities. Blocking and ignoring all calls from this source is the best course of action to prevent potential fraud or malware installation.

Reports on phone number 01616098197

7 years
Got a call just yesterday, some bloke claiming to be from Windows Tech support. Told ’em straight up that I don't use any Windows gadgets. Fingers crossed they get it this time and don’t start yabbering about "Windows making Apple’s OS" again. Maybe this time the caller from abroad will pick up on some proper old-school English!
Apple
7 years
Don't trust these lot with your tech issues, could cause more harm than good. Absolutely useless!
7 years
A lady called claiming to be from "Technical Windows," so I asked if she meant "Microsoft Windows Technical Support." She confirmed, and I replied that "Microsoft Windows Technical Support" was basically a scam group. After that, she just cut the call. I wonder which phone provider lets these scam callers use their numbers?
7 years
Cheers for the insights, but honestly, who still falls for these muppets nowadays?
7 years
Got a call saying they were from Windows support - total scam!!! They kept pushing me to let them access my computer, which I refused. Definitely watch out, not legit at all!
7 years
Deceptive practices - it’s absolutely rife. These con artists are sly and are particularly targeting the elderly and the more defenseless among us. They’re certainly not affiliated with Microsoft! For heaven's sake, don’t just sit there at your computer as they try to manipulate you. They’ll plant harmful software and then expect you to cough up cash to get rid of it! It’s high time we put a stop to these scoundrels and let the law deal with them properly.
Microsoft
7 years
Got a call from 01616098197 today, and it's definitely a scam. These lot are proper tricksters, especially targeting older folks who might not be so tech-savvy. They're pretending to be from Microsoft, but don't be fooled! Don't just sit there on your PC listening to them boss you around. They'll try to put harmful software on your machine and then want you to pay up to fix it. I really hope the authorities catch these scammers soon; they deserve to be punished.
Microsoft
7 years
This definitely isn’t the official Windows tech support, it’s a scam. Instead of MPs faffing about with Brexit and achieving nothing, they should be stepping up and making sure everyone involved in these frauds gets caught and punished, including their staff. Also, the government needs to fix how these phone numbers are handed out - after all, it's their responsibility through the civil service. My advice? Pick up the phone and tell these scammers exactly what you think of them. They’ll get fed up if enough people do the same.
7 years
I hesitated for a bit before picking up, but all I got was a recorded voice saying goodbye. Probably someone else got through first.
7 years
So, they told me my PC was infected with a virus... oookay, sure, like that’s true lol.
Haha
7 years
Honestly, like others have said, don’t give them any info or even confirm anything. Just don’t engage at all - they’re nothing but sneaky con artists.
7 years
For the last couple of weeks, I've been getting calls from someone claiming to be from Microsoft’s tech team. They wanted me to turn on my computer so they could guide me through removing a virus they said was messing up my machine. When I mentioned I no longer own that computer, the bloke just ended the call. Bit of a pity, really - I actually had a few other tech issues I was hoping to chat about.
Microsoft Technical Support
7 years
Some bloke claiming to be from Windows tech support called me and told me to literally sit by my window. I did as asked and when he came back on the line, he asked what my view was. I said I could see my garden pond, a few trees, and some bright yellow daffodils blooming in the sunshine. Then out of nowhere, he shouts “WINDOWS COMPUTER, YOU PILL!” and I just ended the call. Proper cheeky and rude! (na na na nah na)
7 years
Even after I asked repeatedly for my number to be taken off their call list and blocked their number, these chaps still manage to ring me a good couple of times each day, even though the calls are dealt with instantly. The first time I picked up, I was greeted by a woman with an accent that sounded Indian, claiming there were issues with my computer’s Windows system. It appears they’re still trying to get a hold of me! - caller: 01616098197
7 years
As soon as I mention I work in IT, they just cut me off and stop chatting. They don't wanna share anything after that.
7 years
I received several calls from this number today after I kept ending the conversations. Is there not a way to take legal action against him since his number is visible?
7 years
In the past day, this number and a few others like it have called me about 15 times. I usually ignore callers I don’t recognise, but before blocking it, I picked up once and left my phone by the radio while I popped off for a quick shower. Hope they enjoyed a bit of Ken Bruce in the background! When I returned, the call had ended and thankfully, no more calls after that.
Ken Bruce
7 years
So this call I got was from "Windows technical support" claiming they've detected a virus downloading onto my computer - even though it's completely switched off in the corner of my office. They said if I hand over my credit card details, they could stop it. Absolutely bonkers!
7 years
Got a call from some bloke with an accent, saying there was something wrong with my computer. Thing is, I don't even own a computer, so seems like a dodgy scam to me.
7 years
I got a call from an Indian bloke claiming to be from Microsoft, saying there was something wrong with my laptop. He got into my laptop and started messing around, pushing me to purchase some kind of insurance and other stuff. When I asked to talk to his supervisor, he just said he was the manager. I got annoyed and raised my voice, then he threatened to mess up my laptop. After that, my laptop went into airplane mode and now I can’t connect to WiFi or view any of my photos. Does anyone know how to fix this?
Microsoft
7 years
Just like many others here, I got a call saying there was a "Windows issue with my computer." As soon as it became clear I wasn’t fooled, they hung up straight away. I’ve blocked the number now. Honestly, what can we do to put an end to these scams?
7 years
I've just had yet another dodgy call, this time masquerading as Windows Technical Support. It really begs the question-why on earth has this number not been tracked down and the perpetrator apprehended for their deceitful actions? It’s alarming to think that someone out there is trying to con innocent folks, likely managing to deceive a few unsuspecting victims into parting with their hard-earned cash under the guise of legitimate assistance. This lot is nothing but a pack of fraudsters, posing as Windows "technicians" to peddle their trickery!
7 years
Honestly, next time I’d just keep the caller chatting for like 40-45 minutes before ending the call. Then at the finish, I’d tell them I was pleased to waste their time and that they’ve just failed their scammer test. Or if you’re not in the mood, just tell them to **** off and hang up straight away.
7 years
I got a call from this number and answered with a "hello." The bloke on the line replied the same, so I asked if there was anything he needed. Before I could say more, he just hung up. After reading the reviews here, I’ve gone ahead and blocked it.
7 years
Over the past couple of days, I've had three calls from 01616098197 about a computer issue - but I don’t even own a computer! I've gone ahead and blocked the number because it’s definitely a scam.
7 years
I chose not to pick up and since they never left a voicemail, I’ve gone ahead and blocked the number now.
7 years
They claimed to have been keeping an eye on an issue of mine for a fortnight and requested me to sit down at my computer.
7 years
I got a call from some bloke claiming there was an issue with our computer and wanted to know if we were sat right in front of it. My other half answered and said yeah, but it won’t turn on ’cause his missus scarpered with the gardener and nicked all the dosh, so we’ve got no power. The guy just hung up sharpish after that.
7 years
When I picked up, the person just said bye and dropped the call. So I tried again and ended up chatting with him for about 10 minutes. I pretended to be interested while I did some DIY, he could hear my drill buzzing away. I kept telling him yeah mate, I’m right here on my computer. After a while, he twigged I was winding him up and ended the call.
7 years
These scams are proper dodgy, so don’t let anyone get into your computer, just end the call straight away!
7 years
I was informed that there were viruses infesting my computer, which is absolute nonsense... I mentioned that I'd be reporting the number, and then they abruptly ended the call.
7 years
They kept ringing me two or three times every day, so I’ve ended up blocking the number.
7 years
Got three calls from this number today, had to block it now.
7 years
I've been getting calls from 0161 609 8197 all day, about 5 times now. Each time I pick up, they just hang up straight away. I can't even call the number back. Honestly, this feels like harassment at this point. Someone should look into this and report it to the proper authorities.
7 years
In just a couple of hours, I got four missed calls from this number but no voicemail, so I figured it was probably a scam or something dodgy. Like others have said before me, I've gone ahead and blocked it. These kinds of calls really get on my nerves, and it worries me that some people might end up giving away their details or money. It’s really unfortunate.
7 years
Got a call from this number, some bloke with an accent saying there was an issue with my computer. I told him I don’t have one. He asked what device I was using, I said my mobile. Then he wanted to know if my computer was right there - I said no, I was actually in a car. Pretty obvious it was a scam. He then told me I should follow the driving rules and not be on my phone - I told him I was just a passenger and then ended the call. They’ve called a couple more times but just silence when I answer.
7 years
I asked for his full name and what company he was with since I’m with Microsoft. He just hung up on me straight away. Crazy!!!
Microsoft
7 years
Got a call earlier but no one said a word before they just hung up. They rang a few more times after that but I didn’t pick up. I’ve ended up blocking the number now.
7 years
I keep getting calls from this number all day long, but they never say anything when it goes to voicemail. I'm just gonna block it now.
7 years
Got a call from a woman speaking with an Indian accent, telling me to open up my computer because apparently there was some issue she could fix. Yeah, right, no way am I falling for that!
7 years
SCAM alert - So, I’ve got a Mac and when she called, I just played along and told her that my screen was flashing a message saying I’d been hacked. She just ended the call straight away.
FRAUD ALERT
7 years
Got myself a Klaxon, and whenever these muppets ring me up, I just blast it for a bit. Proper miffs 'em up, makes their ears buzz for sure!
7 years
This number kept ringing my phone several times daily, so I went ahead and blocked it.
7 years
I got a call from 01616098197 warning me that my computer might be hacked. As soon as I told them I don't even own a computer, they just hung up on me.
7 years
I got two calls within an hour from a man who sounded Asian or Indian, saying there was something wrong with my Microsoft Windows. Both times I told him I don't use Windows, and each time he just cut me off right away. Pretty sure it’s a scam so I’ve blocked the number now!
Microsoft
7 years
Got a call from a bloke who said he was from Microsoft Windows, warning me about my computer being in trouble. I told him, "Funny thing is, I don't even own a computer!" He just ended the call right there!
Microsoft
7 years
Got a call from this number earlier today, 5/3/19. The bloke claimed my computer was infected with a virus and said he had to fix it. When I asked him who my service provider was, he just hung up on me. Proper cheeky!
7 years
someone rang me pretending to be from “windows tech support”. i cut the conversation short right there and hung up, but honestly, it sounded just like that classic scam where they try to get you to pay and let them into your pc to “fix” something that’s not even broken!
7 years
picked up the phone and the caller stayed silent so i just ended the call. looks like the same scam crew with a new number. blocked them right away.
7 years
They keep ringing me up about my computer, which I’ve never had, and some problems with Microsoft stuff. Really annoying!
Microsoft
7 years
I kept seeing 20 missed calls yesterday but didn’t pick up any of them. They never left a voicemail either. Then I saw my computer cursor moving by itself, which freaked me out, so I shut everything off right away just to be safe. No harm done luckily.
7 years
They rang me saying there was something wrong with my computer windows, said they had some error alerts or something. I told them my PC was fine and just cut the call. Then, a few moments later, they called back but this time from a different number. I warned the woman that if she called me once more, I'd report her. Hung up straight away and blocked the number after that!
7 years
got a call from a lady with an accent that sounded like she was from India or somewhere nearby. she said she was from windows support, but when i asked her if she knew about phishing, she just hung up straight away. definitely scammers, so be careful and don’t trust them!
South AsiaWindows
7 years
this number keeps calling saying there’s problems with my microsoft windows. I asked him loads of questions about security stuff and he just dodged them all. he’s got an english name but an asian accent which felt odd. definitely seems dodgy, gonna block it now.
Microsoft
7 years
I got a call on my landline 01616098197 back on 01/03/19, they claimed to be from Microsoft but seemed to hang up when I started asking questions. It’s annoying since it’s a landline - surely they can track down these pest callers and sort it out?
Microsoft
7 years
They keep ringing me up on my mobile but never bother to leave a voicemail. I went ahead and blocked their number, which was honestly the smartest move.
7 years
I received a phone call today from someone purporting to be with 'Windows Technical Support,' insisting there was a critical issue with my computer that needed immediate attention. Honestly, if anyone were to share their bank or card information with these con artists, they really ought to be prepared to face the consequences. Nature of the Call = Fraudulent Scheme - caller: Scammer
Scammer
7 years
Received a call from someone with an Indian accent claiming to resolve a critical issue with my computer. I informed them that I'm quite knowledgeable about computers and that there was, in fact, no problem at all. They abruptly hung up on me. I've since added this number to my blocked list on my iPhone. Caller alleged to be from Windows Technical Support.
Caller
7 years
Some bloke claimed to be from Microsoft, saying they’d been sending me some sort of firewall update. I told them "Yeah right, I’m an ICT security manager, I doubt that," and then, out of the blue, they just dropped the call. Quite cheeky if you ask me.
Microsoft
7 years
This number 01616098198 keeps popping up for me too. Sounds like it's the exact same one.

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