0196451644

โ˜Ž๏ธ 0196451644 ๐Ÿ‘† is not a valid (Unknown) United Kingdom Phone Number. It has a prefix of 01964.

You might encounter this phone number on your Caller ID in one of the following ways:

+44196451644+44 1964 5164401964 51644+44-1964-51644

01964 51644 Tagged as:

microsoft asia bt uk india british telecom international windows technical department apple kevin

TimeLine of events for phone number 0196451644

  • Questioning "English names" of scammers
    Mar
    2016
  • Negative opinion about potential con artists
    Mar
    2016
  • Ineffective tracing and accountability for scammers
    Mar
    2016
  • Report fake Microsoft scam calls
    Feb
    2016
  • Challenge to stop scammers feasibly
    Feb
    2016
  • Addressing scammers in quirky way
    Feb
    2016
  • Received scam call, reacted aggressively
    Feb
    2016
  • Received suspicious call, confused scammer
    Feb
    2016
  • Scam call impersonating Microsoft support
    Feb
    2016
  • Unidentified caller hung up immediately
    Feb
    2016
  • BT unable to block spam calls
    Feb
    2016
  • Illegal call from unlisted number
    Feb
    2016
  • Refusing scam tech support, blocking number
    Feb
    2016
  • Received call claiming Windows association
    Feb
    2016
  • Pretended to be computer illiterate
    Feb
    2016
  • Scam call: Windows tech service
    Feb
    2016
  • Suspicious call about computer issue
    Feb
    2016
  • Caller left no message, display discrepancy
    Feb
    2016
  • Annoying calls at all hours
    Feb
    2016
  • Unwanted early morning phone calls
    Feb
    2016
  • Scam phone call impersonating Windows
    Feb
    2016
  • Unconvincing scammers, easy to fool
    Feb
    2016
  • Received silent call from scam
    Feb
    2016
  • Scam computer virus, waste time
    Feb
    2016
  • Phone scam call early morning
    Feb
    2016
  • Scam call pretending to help
    Feb
    2016
  • Scam call about fake virus
    Feb
    2016
  • Repeated silent calls causing frustration
    Feb
    2016
  • Annoyed by caller hanging up
    Feb
    2016
  • Received repeated phone calls from individual
    Feb
    2016
  • Confusion about infected computer call
    Jan
    2016
  • Received scam call, wasted scammers' time
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call claiming computer issues
    Jan
    2016
  • User avoids Microsoft scam, frustrated reply
    Jan
    2016
  • Silent caller, then hung up
    Jan
    2016
  • Received silent call in morning
    Jan
    2016
  • Unwanted silent phone call experience
    Jan
    2016
  • Warning: Tech support scam, avoid
    Jan
    2016
  • Notice of silent phone call
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call received in morning
    Jan
    2016
  • Received unwanted early morning call
    Jan
    2016
  • Multiple scam calls posing as Microsoft
    Jan
    2016
  • Telemarketer call, language barrier prank
    Jan
    2016
  • Scam call, hung up on
    Jan
    2016
  • Fraudulent call from fake Microsoft
    Jan
    2016
  • Call was silent, then hung up
    Jan
    2016
  • Received scam call, told off
    Jan
    2016
  • Frequent unsolicited phone calls
    Jan
    2016
  • Daily calls, landline connection issues
    Jan
    2016
  • Warning: Potential computer fraud scam
    Jan
    2016
  • Received scam call about virus
    Jan
    2016
  • False tech support phone scam
    Jan
    2016
  • Silent call from unknown number
    Jan
    2016
  • Phone scam attempt by "David"
    Jan
    2016
  • Computer problem scam, suspicious call
    Dec
    2015
  • Repeated scam calls about fixing Windows
    Dec
    2015
  • User suspects PC maintenance scam
    Dec
    2015
  • "Concern about windows maintenance scam"
    Dec
    2015
  • Summary: Accusation of traditional cyber crime
    Dec
    2015
  • User pranked Microsoft phone scam
    Dec
    2015
  • Received call, no one there
    Dec
    2015
  • Received silent call then hang-up
    Nov
    2015
Number Of Searches: 458 Number Of Comments: 59 First Seen: 25 November 2015 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Bolton(West Yorkshire), Fartown(West Yorkshire) and Much Hoole(Lancashire).

0196451644 has 59 comments of which 26 x negative and 33 x neutral

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0196451644 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number โ˜Ž๏ธ 0196451644 ๐Ÿ‘† is reported as a persistent source of scam calls, typically from individuals claiming to be Microsoft or Windows technical support. Callers often have Asian accents and attempt to convince recipients their computer is infected with viruses or errors, aiming to gain remote access or personal information. Many call early in the morning or repeatedly throughout the day, frequently hanging up if challenged. Victims have noted the calls often involve orders or pressure tactics and are accompanied by suspicious behaviour such as providing incorrect details or refusing to give verifiable contact information. Most agree it is a nuisance and a scam, advising recipients to hang up, waste scammersโ€™ time, block the number, and avoid engaging to prevent potential fraud. Authorities are urged to take action against these calls.

Reports on phone number 0196451644

11 years
I don’t get why these scammers from Asia always pick English names. I just told them to multiply and get lost.
Asia
11 years
Honestly, these people are nothing but slimy scammers just trying to rip you off and take your cash.
11 years
How come BT can't find out where this number comes from? Seems like the bloke should be caught and dealt with for running a scam.
BT
11 years
Got a call from a guy claiming to be from Microsoft, said my non-existent computer had a virus. I played along for a bit before telling him to get lost. I used 1471 to check the number, but does anyone know if there's a place to report these dodgy callers?
Microsoft
11 years
Isn't there anyone who can put a stop to these scammers?
11 years
These numpties ringing me up about some problem with my PC, madam tete or whatever, what a joke. I just humoured them a bit, acting clueless, then told them off to bugger off and stop bothering me when they started their nonsense about getting cash. Absolute muppets, they ought to sort themselves out and find a proper job.
11 years
Got a call from some Asian bloke this morning claiming my PC was infected with a virus. I asked him where he got my number from and he said it came from the computer itself. I just told him to piss off, what a lying tosser. They really don’t deserve any respect. - caller: 0196451644
11 years
Got a ring from this number earlier today. It was a guy with an Asian accent telling me to hit Windows+R, which I knew was some kinda run command. I played along and kept him chatting for about 15 minutes before he suddenly dropped the call. What made me laugh was when I asked him to explain what a virus actually is - he went on about them bein' "tinny tiny" and "creeping into your machine". Haha, I reckon I'll be sure to scrub me hands properly after using my computer and grabbing some lunch, just to be safe!
11 years
This number rang me at 8:48 in the morning on 22nd Feb 2016. A man with an Asian accent said he was calling from Nirvarna and said he was with Microsoft. He told me my computer had a corrupt file and offered to sort it if I logged on. He asked for my name but I told him he should already know it since I supposedly had a Microsoft account. Somehow he got my last name right but mixed up the first initial. When I questioned why he needed my name, he said it was because I had a ‘sweet voice’ - that’s when I ended the call!
NirvarnaMicrosoft
11 years
Today around 9:30 in the morning, this number rang me but as soon as I answered with a 'Hello' thrice, they just cut the call straight away. Big thanks to those who already pointed out what this number's about. - caller: 0196451644
11 years
I’ve noticed that when I try to use 1471 after getting calls from what look like UK numbers, it just says “number not recognised.” Seems like the callers, probably from India, are managing to mask their real number somehow. You’d think BT would have sorted this by now and block these calls automatically. I have a BT call blocker that’s meant to stop international calls, but these still manage to get past it. Honestly, someone at BT needs to do something about this.
UKIndiaBritish Telecom
11 years
At about 7.50 this morning, 17th of Feb, I got a call from the number 0196451644. It was an Asian man asking stuff about my computer, which I thought was strange as I dont have one. I cut the call straight away and told them not to bother calling back. Plus, my number is on the TPS list, so this call was clearly dodgy and breaking the rules. The caller ID was 0196451644.
Telephone Preference Service
11 years
Got a call just before 9 this morning from an Asian lady claiming to be with Windows support. She insisted there were loads of problems with my computer. I smelt something dodgy straight away, so I asked her what computer she meant. She replied with "The one you're on now." That was enough for me to just cut the call off.
11 years
Got a call from a woman with an Asian accent saying she was from Windows. She asked if I was the primary user of my PC. I asked her where she got my number, but she just kept asking who was the main user. I said it was me and insisted she tell me how she found my contact info. Then she told me to switch on my computer. I told her I wasn’t going to fall for some dodgy phone scam and again asked where they got my number. Suddenly a bloke came on, mumbled something I didn’t catch, then hung up. Seriously, are they daft enough not to hide their number? Haha!
11 years
Got a dodgy call saying there’s an issue with my computer, total scam.
11 years
My voicemail didn’t have any message even tho the phone showed the caller was “International”. Strangely, the number looked like it wasn’t from abroad at all. Quite confusing!
International
11 years
This number keeps ringing me up at all hours, like first thing in the morning at 7:55 and then again way late at night. It's honestly getting ridiculous. I'm really annoyed - whoever is making these calls needs to be stopped or something needs to be done.
11 years
Got a couple calls from this number at 8.15 this morning just as I was waking up. Luckily, my answerphone picked up because they didn't leave a single message. Bloody annoying!
11 years
This bloke rings up sayin he’s got a message from my computer about some trouble with my Windows. I asked where he was calling from, and he goes he’s from the Windows tech team. I reckon he meant Microsoft but just laughed it off with a “bye!” Honestly, it’s so obvious now, they don’t even try properly. Still, watch out cause it’s proper dodgy.
Microsoft
11 years
Got a call at 8:01 in the morning, nobody said a word, so I started talking and they just dropped the call. I wonder, are there really people who believe those fake Microsoft scams?
Microsoft
11 years
Got one of those computer virus scams today. You can either hang about on the phone long enough to waste their precious time or just tell them to bugger off - totally up to you!
11 years
Got woken up at 7:35 am today by a call. A bloke with an Indian accent said he was checking up on some window issues, but I told him to jog on and he just hung up.
11 years
On 11th Feb 2016, I got a call just before 9 in the morning from someone claiming there was a problem with my computer. I kept them talking for a bit but eventually they gave up and ended the call. The caller’s name sounded like Nirvana or something similar.
Nirvana
11 years
Got a call from someone claiming our computer was infected with a virus, but we don’t even have a computer! They wouldn't give a real number to ring back on either, just some dodgy one. The voice sounded Indian and you could hear a busy call centre in the background. Total scam.
11 years
I’ve had him ring me two times this week already, not sure when he’s stopping though.
11 years
Every single day this number rings me, but there’s never any sound on the other end. It’s really starting to get on my nerves.
11 years
Somebody rang me but just disconnected instead of leaving a message on my voicemail. Honestly, I’m not fussed at all.
11 years
I've said it already, they never told me which computer supposedly had the virus! And seriously, why would Microsoft be ringing me up about something to do with an Apple device?
MicrosoftApple
11 years
Got a call earlier from this number, someone calling himself Kevin saying my computer was infected or something. I played along like I was checking my laptop, but after a bit he lost interest and just ended the call. Then he tried ringing back again, but this time from a foreign number, which I just ignored. Honestly, if we all stalled them like that, maybe they’d stop pestering us for good.
Kevin
11 years
Twice today I got calls from some lot about my Microsoft computer - the funny thing is, I use Linux. I’m actually a computer consultant too. They even had the cheek to say I wasn’t an expert and that I didn’t know my stuff!
Microsoft
11 years
Loads of others mentioned the Asian lady claiming to be from Microsoft. I played along a bit, then finally asked what exactly is supposed to happen if I followed her instructions (knowing well it's a massive scam, no way I'd do it). She snapped back, "Can't you understand English? I've already told you!" That really got me riled up!
Microsoft
11 years
Got a call with no one speaking on the other end, rang at 9:23 this morning.
11 years
I picked up the phone, and there was nothing but silence on the other end before they suddenly hung up. It’s so annoying getting these calls, isn’t it? Total harassment.
11 years
Got one of those quiet calls again, where no one says a word on the other end. So frustrating!
11 years
My elderly mum and dad, who are 82 and 91, got a call from these folk who kept bugging them about some supposed computer virus issues. It’s defo a scam, so steer clear of these lot.
11 years
Got a call with no one on the other end, really weird.
11 years
I got a call from 0196451644 earlier today and it turned out to be a total scam.
11 years
Got a call bright and early on Saturday, about 8.30am. Some bloke with an Indian accent said he was Allan Johnson from a computer repair firm. When he asked if I was having a nice day, I didn’t hold back and told him to get lost!
Allan Johnson
11 years
This week, they’ve called me every day except Tuesday, saying they’re from Microsoft. One time, they rang me at 7:35 in the morning! Even after I told them I know they’re not really from Microsoft, they just keep calling back ๐Ÿ˜ค. - caller: Pretends to be Microsoft
MicrosoftCaller
11 years
Some bloke rang me at sparrow’s fart this morning, about 7am. I asked if he could actually speak English properly, and he said yeah, sure he could. As if! I made him wait for about 10 minutes while I got my computer going, then I told him he could shove his product up himself if he turned up at mine. Guess what? He just hung up straight away.
11 years
Got a call from this number once more, and some bloke with a foreign accent started going on about my computer being full of viruses. I let him keep jabbering for a bit before I told him to quit messing about and then I just ended the call. What a pain, especially so early in the morning!
11 years
Just got a call from someone claiming to be Microsoft, but the number was from India - total scam!
Microsoft
11 years
I picked up the phone but no one said anything, then suddenly the call just disconnected.
11 years
After not using my computer for a fortnight because it was my first day back at work, I got a call from an Asian bloke claiming there was something wrong with it. I told him straight up it was a scam and nicely told him to bugger off, and he just said 'OK'. I did a 1471 to see the number, so I reckon there must be a way to report it somewhere.
11 years
They ring every day but when I try to answer on my landline, it just says the line can’t be reached.
11 years
I get these annoying calls every single day, it's really getting on my nerves.
11 years
Got a call from some Indian call centre saying there’s a problem with my computer. Suspicious much? Just ended the call. Total scam about computers, watch out!
11 years
Got a phone call this morning around 9am from someone with an Indian accent saying my computer is infected with a virus. I told him cheers for the heads up and that I’d check it out. Then I just ended the call.
11 years
Beware, total scam! They say they’re from Microsoft but they’re not connected to them at all. These guys have been running this con for years now. Don’t fall for it!
Microsoft
11 years
Got a call from 01964 51644 a minute ago but there was dead silence when I answered. No one spoke at all.
11 years
Got a call from a bloke named "David," who had a noticeable Asian accent, warning me that my computer had been targeted by hackers. According to him, this was obvious because I use a Windows system. Of course, he couldn’t provide any personal details about me or my device. I didn’t even bother turning my computer on, just told him I wasn’t comfortable with his claims, and ended the call politely.
David
11 years
Got a call from 0196451644, some bloke trying to tell me my computer had a serious issue. Classic "your PC is in trouble" scam, nothing but a pain.
11 years
Got calls twice from this number today and once yesterday. They said something about fixing Windows, but it's definitely a scam. Number was 0196451644. Avoid!
11 years
Definatly a scammer tryin to pretend they fix your computer and get access for virus problems.
11 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft Windows support, but it sounded fishy to me. Definitely seems like one of those scam calls!
Microsoft
11 years
typical online scam, nothing new really
11 years
I got a call from a lady with an Asian accent claiming to be a “Microsoft certified technical engineer” saying my PC was infected with some virus. I played along for a moment, then told her to wait while I fired up my computer, but instead I just left the phone off the hook for ages - made them waste their time and money. Definitely one of those dodgy scams.
Microsoft
11 years
We recently received a call from this number, but the moment we answered, it was as if nobody was on the other end. It's quite puzzling, and we can't help but speculate if they were scouting about to see if anyone was home!
11 years
Received a call earlier // it was quiet initially, then I heard a woman's voice saying hello, hello // before the line went dead.

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