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01982551256

☎️ 01982551256 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by BT. It is part of the phone block 198255 with a prefix of 01982. The area code 01982 originates from Builth Wells.

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+441982551256+44 1982 55125601982 551256+44-1982-551256

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01982551256

  • Received scam call from imposter
    Jan
    2018
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Jan
    2018
  • Received scam call from Microsoft
    Jan
    2018
  • Reciprocal call encounter with scammer
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam calls received in morning
    Dec
    2017
  • Suspicious call from Cyber Security
    Dec
    2017
  • Persistent phone calls at odd hours
    Dec
    2017
  • Caller claiming Microsoft tech support
    Dec
    2017
  • Repetitive nuisance call, using technology
    Dec
    2017
  • Warning about computer hacking scam
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam with fake Microsoft number
    Dec
    2017
  • Misjudged as Microsoft scammer
    Dec
    2017
  • Received scam call, responded defensively, abused
    Dec
    2017
  • Received Microsoft scam phone call
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Phone scam from fake Microsoft representative
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call from Microsoft twice
    Dec
    2017
  • Suspicious call from fake Microsoft rep
    Dec
    2017
  • Early morning unwanted call blocked
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam caller, persistent and rude
    Dec
    2017
  • silent call received before 9am
    Dec
    2017
  • Persistent scam caller causing trouble
    Dec
    2017
  • Multiple scam calls received recently
    Dec
    2017
  • Frustrated with ongoing scam calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Rude scam call from Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Frequent scam calls, difficulty unsubscribing
    Dec
    2017
  • Frustrated with frequent scam calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call targeted at elderly
    Dec
    2017
  • Asked about hacked Microsoft account
    Dec
    2017
  • Fake tech support call scam
    Dec
    2017
  • Privacy invasion and intimidation tactics
    Dec
    2017
  • Received suspicious call from PCWorld impersonator
    Dec
    2017
  • Upset about unwanted phone call
    Dec
    2017
  • Use of inappropriate language
    Dec
    2017
  • Fake tech support scam phone call
    Dec
    2017
  • Received scam call, seeking advice
    Dec
    2017
  • Warning about potential hacking attempt
    Dec
    2017
  • Caller falsely claiming from Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Unattended call, no message left
    Dec
    2017
  • Encountered aggressive tech support scam
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call from Reading
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam in other reports
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam phone call impersonating Microsoft, beware
    Dec
    2017
  • Warning of possible scam calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Multiple calls; hung up quickly
    Dec
    2017
  • Suspicious early morning tech call
    Dec
    2017
  • Suspicious call from Microsoft scam
    Dec
    2017
  • Fraudulent call impersonating Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Persistent, threatening calls regarding hacking
    Dec
    2017
  • Suspicious calls from non-local number
    Dec
    2017
  • Persistent phone harassment from scammers
    Dec
    2017
  • Manages nuisance calls effectively. Grateful
    Dec
    2017
  • Aggressive scam call from “Microsoft”
    Dec
    2017
  • Caller claimed to be Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call impersonating Microsoft, be cautious
    Dec
    2017
  • Phone scam pretending to be Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Unsolicited call from potential scammer
    Dec
    2017
  • Unsettling phone call from Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Inappropriate early morning call, rude scammer
    Dec
    2017
  • Received scam call from fake-Microsoft representative
    Dec
    2017
  • Pranked scam caller, got hung up
    Dec
    2017
  • Inappropriate language directed at individuals
    Dec
    2017
  • Warning about tech support scammers
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call with aggressive response
    Dec
    2017
  • Con artists posing as Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Scammer impersonated Microsoft, became hostile
    Dec
    2017
  • Warning: Microsoft impostor attempting scam
    Dec
    2017
  • Dealing with unwanted telemarketing calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Ignore scam calls, protect yourself
    Dec
    2017
  • User enjoys wasting scammers' time
    Dec
    2017
  • Received suspicious call, reported details
    Dec
    2017
  • Frequent scam calls, beware scammers
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call from Asian-accented man
    Dec
    2017
  • Repeated unwanted calls from Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Unexpected early morning landline call
    Dec
    2017
  • Missed call, number now blocked
    Dec
    2017
  • Warns about dangerous criminal scam
    Dec
    2017
  • Strange call about nonexistent computer
    Dec
    2017
  • Concerned about potential scam call
    Dec
    2017
  • Successfully handled scam call situation
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call, asked to remove
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call reported twice
    Dec
    2017
  • Frustrated with unwanted scam calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call, block this number
    Dec
    2017
  • Called by scammers at 7am
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam: Microsoft, not Apple computer
    Dec
    2017
  • Frustrated with persistent silent calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call, noisy background
    Dec
    2017
  • Silent call, male voice, hang-up
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call, knew my name
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call, hung up
    Dec
    2017
  • Persistent scam calls from fake Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call; abusive, threatening, beware
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam warning: fake Microsoft call
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call, worried about info
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam calls from Microsoft impersonator
    Dec
    2017
  • Missed call, asking for information
    Dec
    2017
  • Silent call from scam number
    Dec
    2017
  • Report phishing, scams; call police
    Dec
    2017
  • Number unrecognized when called back
    Dec
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call claim
    Dec
    2017
  • Computer scam for personal information
    Dec
    2017
  • Frustrated with persistent scam calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call about computer risk
    Dec
    2017
  • Suspicious calls, silent call follow-up
    Dec
    2017
  • Fake Microsoft scam, rude behavior
    Dec
    2017
  • Racist, abusive Microsoft scam calls
    Dec
    2017
  • Persistent Microsoft scam call
    Dec
    2017
  • No connection or involvement claimed
    Dec
    2017
  • Scam call from fake Microsoft
    Dec
    2017
  • Indian scammer pretending Microsoft support
    Dec
    2017
  • Fake Microsoft scam calls reported
    Dec
    2017
  • Indian scam calls, blocked successfully
    Dec
    2017
  • Harassing scam calls from overseas
    Dec
    2017
  • Annoyed by illegal cold call
    Dec
    2017
  • Illegitimate cold call; hung up
    Dec
    2017
  • Fake Windows virus investigation call
    Dec
    2017
  • Warning: Scam call detected
    Dec
    2017
  • Impersonated Microsoft, warned hacking attempts
    Dec
    2017
Number Of Searches: 586 Number Of Comments: 117 First Seen: 05 December 2017 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Dolton(Devon), Melbourne(North Yorkshire), North Inch(Perth and Kinross), Stoford(Wiltshire) and West Wickham(Cambridgeshire).

01982551256 has 117 comments of which 72 x negative and 44 x neutral and 1 x positive

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01982551256 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01982551256 👆 is reported as a persistent and aggressive scam call often claiming to be from Microsoft or related tech support, typically starting early in the morning. Callers, frequently with an Asian accent, falsely assert that the recipient’s computer is hacked or infected, trying to gain remote access or personal details. They use intimidation, rudeness, and sometimes abusive language when challenged or refused. Many targets report calls that appear highly convincing, sometimes including correctly stated personal details, causing distress especially among elderly recipients. The scammers use spoofed or misleading phone numbers, call repeatedly, and employ high-pressure tactics to trick individuals into granting access or sharing sensitive information. Advisable responses include hanging up immediately, blocking the number, and reporting to relevant authorities to avoid potential fraud or financial loss.

Reports on phone number 01982551256

9 years
Got a call today from someone named Lawrence saying he was from Microsoft. He said my PC was hacked and something about rootkits being installed. He then asked if I had a mobile. I said I’d ring back and he gave me a Microsoft number: 0344 800 2400. But when I checked with 1471, the call came from 01982 551256. He was pretty pushy, but it’s clearly a scam. Watch out for this!
LawrenceMicrosoft
9 years
Got a call this morning at about 7:25, some woman claiming she was from Microsoft. Pretty obvious it was a scam, so I just hung up straight away.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call this morning right after 7, from a woman who spoke with a strong Indian accent. She claimed to be from "Microsoft Corporation" - totally a scam, no doubt. I was actually waiting for an important call from the hospital, so I didn’t hold back and was quite sharp with her!
Microsoft Corporation
9 years
They phoned my dad who's not tech-savvy at all, but the caller couldn't believe him and quickly got quite rude. Then I got a call from a number just next to his in the directory. I played along, pretending to turn on the computer but really taking my time. The bloke kept giving me more stuff to do and then asked what I could see on the screen. I told him there was a message saying he was a scammer and a liar. That’s when he got proper nasty, even worse when I laughed at him for being caught out. They’re obviously really persistent, trying hard to catch someone who’s not expecting it.
9 years
I received a call from this number at 8:15 in the morning on 23rd December, claiming to be from International Cyber Security Systems. There was quite a racket in the background, suggesting it was a call centre.
International Cyber Security Systems
9 years
Got a call from this number at 8am on 23/12/17 and then another one around noon, definitely a scam.
9 years
They rang me just after 11pm last night - I was already in bed so didnt pick up. Then they called again early this morning around 7.30 when I was outside feeding the birds. Each time they kept going through a call redirect to my mobile, which I wasnt carrying. Gotta give them credit for being relentless and for phoning at such odd times. Ive blocked them now.
Kudos
9 years
Got a call like this today, asked for the number to call back and he gave a proper Microsoft number. But it’s definitely a scam cos the number he called me from was 01982551256 which brought me to this site. The bloke said his name was Christopher Jones.
MicrosoftChristopher Jones
9 years
Same here. 16/12/2017 This bloke keeps calling, saying he’s Kevin from Microsoft. Just tell em to get lost.
KevinMicrosoft
9 years
A woman rang from this number, saying she was from Microsoft and that I had loads of downloads putting my internet in danger. I just told her I didn’t buy any of it and that she was the real threat, then I hung up on her.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call early this morning at like 7am from someone claiming to be with Microsoft. I said I wasn’t even on my computer, I was still tucked up in bed. Told him straight it was a scam and then he just lost it, started swearing at me, calling me all sorts of nasty names like slag and c-nt, proper rude and abusive. Scammers these days are just awful.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call from this number at 08:10 today. Absolute Microsoft scam. I told the bloke the call was being recorded and reported to the cops. Then he goes on about reporting me to the FBI. Yeah right, like I’m shaking in my shoes!
MicrosoftFBI
9 years
This number has called me around six times in the past few days. Luckily, fed up with annoying calls, I put on a t#### system. At first, they just hung up when they heard the t#### "Whisper" message. Then I switched it to block their number and play that automatic "zap" message telling them to buzz off. Even so, they kept ringing back, sometimes pretending to be from abroad. But since I set the t#### to block overseas calls too, they still only get the zap message!
9 years
Got a call that was defo some kind of computer hacking scam.
9 years
Got called by someone claiming to be from Microsoft on 01982551256, twice today. Definitely feels like a scam.
Microsoft
9 years
Some bloke with an Asian sounding voice called me and said he was from Microsoft. Told me hackers had got hold of my laptop ID and were messing about with it. Silly me, I gave him my account info, but later on I twigged it was a scam. Turns out they’d set up a WorldRemit account trying to drain my bank. Thankfully I managed to freeze my account before anything happened. They’ve been ringing me back missed calls since. Definitely taught me a hard lesson.
MicrosoftWorldRemit
9 years
Got a call from a guy with an Asian accent who said he was from Microsoft, telling me my computer was hacked earlier today. When I told him I didn’t want to talk about it, he got really rude and pushy, so I just ended the call.
Microsoft
9 years
Received a call from a man speaking with an Asian accent, who said he was calling from Microsoft. He told me hackers had accessed my laptop ID and were misusing it. I stupidly shared my account information with him, but after a while, I figured out it was a scammer. They even set up an account with WorldRemit to try and drain my bank funds. Thankfully, I managed to freeze my account just in time. I've had a few missed calls from them since. Definitely a tough lesson learnt.
MicrosoftWorldRemit
9 years
Got a call just before 8 in the morning from a number starting with 005144… ended up dialling 1572 to block it.
9 years
Got a call that was dead silent right before 9 in the morning.
9 years
kept ringing my home phone since 8am today. He was trying to get into my computer and asked for the ID number. Stay clear of these dodgy scammers and dont give out any info. He wouldnt accept me saying no so he just hung up. Then called back after like 2 minutes so I just pissed right into the phone and he ended the call.
9 years
Like others have said, got a call a couple days back and then again quite early this morning. They said they was from Microsoft, very pushy and not polite at all. Definitely a scam.
Microsoft
9 years
I've received five calls this past week. Two times there was silence on the other end. One call claimed to be from 'Microsoft', then this morning it was someone pretending to be from 'Dell', and tonight they said it was about some malware I supposedly downloaded. I told them I don't want any more calls and to remove my number from their list, and they actually said that would cost me £5000! Looks like I'll be keeping my referee's whistle close to the phone from now on.
MicrosoftDell
9 years
Had sort of the same thing as others mentioned. Got three calls today already. All with weird foreign accents. That typical Microsoft nonsense they keep going on about. Honestly, who actually falls for this “Microsoft Serious Emergency Team” rubbish? Just a load of scummy wankers.
MicrosoftMicrosoft Serious Emergency Team
9 years
Got a call from a man who sounded Asian, claiming to be from Microsoft and saying my computer had a virus. When I questioned him, he snapped at me to just listen. I told him not to be rude as I hadn’t invited the call. Then he threatened to block my computer and accused me of being a criminal! Really unpleasant guy. He wouldn’t take no for an answer.
Microsoft
9 years
In the past week alone, I've received a staggering five calls. Two of those were nothing but silence, which is rather peculiar. One of them claimed to be from 'Microsoft', whereas this morning I got one purporting to be from 'Dell', and then later on, a rather dubious one about malware downloads. I clearly stated that I wished for them to cease all communication and remove my number from their records, only to be met with the outrageous claim that it would cost me £5000 to do so. Looks like I’ll be keeping my trusty referee's whistle close by my phone for the time being!
MicrosoftDell
9 years
Got a call from an Asian fellow saying my laptop was hacked, wanted me to turn on the computer. Told him I had a hospital appointment to get to. He claimed it would only take a few minutes. Just changed my address and phone number, no one else knows it. BT should be ashamed for letting scammers get hold of this info.
BT
9 years
There are individuals who seem to be entangled in your personal affairs, resorting to all sorts of tactics to create a sense of fear or discomfort. Don't be surprised if some of them are from your inner circle.
9 years
Got a call meant for my elderly dad but I picked up. The bloke said he was calling about dad’s computer. Dad’s 84 and has never owned one. When I mentioned this, the guy got really rude, started calling me names and even said I smell lol. Then accused me of lying pretty aggressively before hanging up! Sounded like the other Asian-sounding guy people have mentioned.
9 years
I've received a call every day for the past four days now, and I’m utterly exasperated with all these fraudulent calls.
9 years
Bloody idiots, real pain in the arse. I told him I don’t buy that he’s a Jehovah’s Witness. He reckoned he was some sort of computer whiz. I asked why he bothered ringing me when he should’ve called the Samaritans instead - they’re better suited for sad bastards like him. Told him to sort his life out and maybe become a monk or something.
Blimey
9 years
bloody wankers
9 years
Just like the other callers say they’re from Microsoft saying my computer has been hacked. They didn’t seem to understand I never gave Microsoft this number, plus it’d be illegal for BT Openreach to hand out my phone like that. My provider isn’t BT anyway, so the whole story sounded way off to me. I just ended the call.
MicrosoftBT
9 years
Dodgy call. Some scammer tryna hack into my laptop.
9 years
01982551256 That same bloke from Asia rung me again, said my computer was being hacked to download dodgy stuff. Told me to turn on my computer, put the phone on speaker, then he left it on the stairs. I could hear him shouting away while I just sat back having a cuppa and a biscuit.
9 years
Got a call from some bloke with an Indian accent from an unknown number (checked it with 1471) claiming my Microsoft computer at home was hacked recently. Told him my PC’s currently being fixed (which is true), so that couldn’t be right. He kept going with all sorts of rubbish. Really want to do something about this scammer, but no idea how or where to report it.
Microsoft
9 years
They rang while I wasn’t home but left no voicemail. From what I’ve heard before about this number, I’ve decided to block it.
9 years
Just like loads of others, this person said they were from Microsoft in Reading, saying my computer was under attack and they’d fix it - asked for my computer’s ID or something? I let him ramble on while I got on with the washing up to stop anyone else answering. Total scam.
MicrosoftReading
9 years
Some bloke with an Asian accent rang me spouting the usual rubbish about working for Microsoft. When I said I was running Linux, he suddenly lost it and yelled "Why you f###ing lying to me?" I told him where to shove it in no uncertain terms and he ended the call. Proper dodgy scammers, no doubt about it.
Microsoft
9 years
Just like others have said, it’s definitely a Microsoft scam.
Microsoft
9 years
This morning around 7:50, a woman rang me pretending to be from Microsoft. Like others have said, they claimed my computer had some problem. They even had my postcode. She then put me through to a "technician". I played along for a bit, then told him I knew it was a scam and asked if he really thought I was daft. He immediately ended the call. Watch out, some people might fall for this!
Microsoft
9 years
Watch out for scams, they call really early and get all nasty when you tell em to buzz off.
9 years
I've been getting a right load of calls from this number lately. Each time, they’ve cut off during the TrueCall “whisper” bit. Quite annoying, really!
9 years
Got a call from this number at 7 in the morning on a Saturday. Like others have said, some guy with an Asian accent claimed he was from Microsoft and said they found an issue with my computer. I told him, "Yeah, right, who calls that early on a weekend?" Then he just dropped the call!
Microsoft
9 years
This number has been ringing nonstop the past several days. I told them to stop calling but they kept going. They claimed we were involved in some dodgy dealings and gambling online, asked if we used our PC for stuff like that. Threatened to lock my computer and that I'd lose all my files. We're both retired and without our son's help, it would have been really scary. Honestly, I’m not comfortable with all this computer nonsense. If they call again, I might not be so polite with my words.
9 years
This morning at 8 o'clock, I got a call from someone with an Asian accent claiming to be from Microsoft. He said my computer was hacked and he could fix it. I told him I couldn't deal with it right away; he wanted to call me back later but I said I'd just ring them myself. He gave me the phone number 0131 618 2297 and when I asked where he was calling from, he said Reading. But 0131 is actually an Edinburgh code. Then at about 3 pm, a "Robin" called again from 0118 328 3663.
MicrosoftReadingEdinburghRobin
9 years
Got a call from an Asian bloke claiming to be with Microsoft. When I asked a few questions, he got all hostile and said I wasn’t tech savvy and that hackers were after my PC. This is the third time they’ve rung me up. First call came at some unholy hour, like 7:45 in the morning.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call from 01982551256 around 9:30 this morning. Like the others, it was an Asian bloke claiming to be from Microsoft. When we said nothing was wrong, he got rude and started shouting, so we just ended the call. This is the third time this week they’ve tried this. I reckon they’re aiming to scare the younger ones into falling for their tricks, but luckily they’re well aware of this scam. Will be blocking this number for sure. No real Microsoft tech would speak like that, definitely a con.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call claiming to be from Microsoft about my PC or laptop, they asked who provided my details but then just cut the call. The person on the line sounded Asian.
Microsoft
9 years
They keep ringing us non stop and threatening to block our computers if we don’t pay attention. Whenever we hang up, they just call straight back again. We’re pensioners so we really don’t want to be bothered like this.
9 years
Got a call this morning at about 7.40am from a guy with an Asian accent who said his name was Ian and that he was from Microsoft. When I pointed out the early hour, he got really rude and said he wasn’t f***ing stupid. I just ended the call. The worst part is, we’ve got a relative in Intensive Care right now, so the call really shook us up and caused a lot of stress.
IanMicrosoft
9 years
This number rang me twice but with no sound at 08:59 and then again at 10:30 on 16/12/2017. Later at 12:18pm, they called once more and a guy with an Asian accent said he was calling from Microsoft. When I asked where he was located, he replied "Thames Valley Park, Reading." Thats where Microsoft actually is, but the phone number isn't a local Reading one at all.
MicrosoftThames Valley ParkReading
9 years
Got a call from these lot at 7:30 in the morning! The bloke on the line got really annoyed when I didn’t take him serious and said I wasn’t gonna sit at my computer right then and there. He ended up yelling at me! My husband took the phone, nicely (well, not really) told him to buzz off and not call back. Then they called again, and my husband answered telling them the same - don’t call again. The guy, who sounded Asian, started shouting about calls being recorded. I really hope those recordings get used against them when they’re finally caught. Proper rude, nasty scammers.
9 years
Some bloke with an Asian accent claimed he was calling from Microsoft, so I just told him "as if" and slammed the phone down.
Microsoft
9 years
Cheers to all who've shared their thoughts. I usually let my voicemail take the call, then I ring 1471 to catch the number. It stops me from getting annoyed. Anyone who actually knows me would just leave a message anyway.
9 years
Called on 16/12/2017 from an 0845 number. A guy with an Asian accent knew my name and claimed to be from Microsoft. He rambled on about scammers and told me to sit at my computer. I just hung up. Had a look up the number and found this chat.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call from this number early this morning around 8:53. A woman with an Asian accent claimed she was from Windows. When I told her she was a scam and to stop bothering me, she just rudely told me to f### off.
Windows
9 years
They called me for two days in a row - same old story about issues with my PC, so I decided to have a laugh. I asked the lady where she was calling from and when she said Reading, I pretended to know some people from there and made up names! That seemed to throw her off a bit. Today she kept telling me to sit in front of my computer, four times! Then she said they’d cancel my licence. When I told her to do it, she just hung up!
Reading
9 years
Got a call from a woman named Maisy with a really thick Asian accent claiming to be from Microsoft today. She said my computer was compromised and used to create fake accounts or something. I cut her off right away and asked her to show some proof she was actually calling from Microsoft. She got proper hostile, sounded like she was about to blow a fuse! Told her to ring back when she’s got evidence or just bugger off back to wherever she came from.
MaisyMicrosoftAsia
9 years
Like others have mentioned, these lot were trying to sort out some computer problem. I don’t even have a Windows PC, daft buggers. Don’t let them trick you with their rubbish.
9 years
Some bloke called himself "Paul from Microsoft" with an Indian accent. He kept going on about how hackers had locked my computer. I told him a few times my PC was fine, but he insisted he’d block it himself. When I said that would be tricky since it wasn’t even turned on, he just hung up. Total scam. Don't waste your time, just hang up straight away.
PaulMicrosoft
9 years
FRAUD CALLS - Best thing is to just end the call. They wont get to you if you dont share any info.
9 years
Got a call from someone pretending to be Microsoft - total scam!
Microsoft
9 years
Received a call from these chaps impersonating Microsoft, but don’t be fooled - they’re nothing but scammers! They’ll try to convince you that your computer is in jeopardy. Best thing to do is to give them short shrift and simply block the number.
Microsoft
9 years
They rang me for three days straight. I picked up yesterday and they claimed to be from Microsoft so I just hung up. Then they called again this morning at 7.50am, I didn’t even bother answering.
Microsoft
9 years
Is it illegal to tell these bloody spammers to piss off? Honestly, they’re so annoying!
9 years
Got a call this morning from this number. They rang straight back after I ended the call, asking why I’d cut them off. I ended up reporting everything to the TPS and Action Fraud because they mentioned something about a RootKit during the call.
Telephone Preference Service and Action Fraud
9 years
This number has rung me thrice today, claiming to be Microsoft. They had an Indian or Asian accent but used a British name. The last bloke even called me a bloody bastard when I said I didn’t trust him.
Microsoft
9 years
This bloke claimed he worked for Microsoft, and when I told him he was just trying to scam me, he started calling me a f*****g idiot!!!
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be "Microsoft Technical Department". I kinda play it like a game with these scammers - the goal is to keep 'em chatting as long as possible without giving the game away. I know my way around tech, but I act like an oldie whose grandson normally fixes their laptop. At the moment, I'm dealing with their so-called level 3 support who asked me to download some "technical file" to let him control my computer. As if!
Microsoft Technical Support
9 years
They keep ringing non stop, so i usually just tell them off and hang up.
9 years
Got a call from a bloke with a thick Asian accent saying he was from Microsoft. Obviously a total scam. Had a chuckle and just ended the call.
Microsoft
9 years
Got calls from them three times in just a couple of days!! They said they were from Microsoft. The accents sounded really Indian but the names they gave were "Michael", "John", and "Anna". Michael claimed my Windows pc had been "hacked by hackers" - so professional, right? I asked him to tell me the IP address of the attack and that totally confused him. Then I said all my devices run on Apple iOS, and he got even more lost. I just ended the call! Stay safe everyone and don’t fall for these dodgy scammers!!
MicrosoftMichaelJohnAnnaApple
9 years
01982 551256 called earlier at about 7.10 but we didn’t pick up since anyone who knows us normally rings our mobiles (kids were asleep!). Had a quick look here and just wanted to say cheers to everyone - really helped ease our worries that it wasn’t some urgent family thing (who even calls a landline that late). Now we’re ready if they try again. Thanks a lot!
9 years
Got a call from these scammers claiming someone was trying to hack into my computer. I told them I might be speaking to the culprit at that very moment, then the call just dropped. Sorted!
9 years
Someone rang me claiming to be from Microsoft saying there was some sort of cyber crime happening on my account? They’ve phoned me two times today. Told them if they ring again I’ll be reporting them for scamming.
Microsoft
9 years
Got two calls from them, total scam about my computer being at risk. Told her to take my number off their list but she just kept saying I wasnt paying attention. Proper frustrating.
9 years
Got a call from this number today but I wasnt home. Looked it up here. Cheers to everyone behind this site. I’ve blocked the number now.
Huge
9 years
This is a risky scam, dont share any info. Make sure you report these calls to the police straight away.
9 years
Had a rather peculiar phone call just now. The chap on the other end inquired whether I owned a computer. I replied in the negative, which is the truth. He then insisted that I speak louder. I clearly restated my lack of a computer, only for him to ask if I wanted something cancelled. Naturally, I was bewildered and asked what on earth he meant by "cancelled." Apparently, he believed I was spinning a tale to Microsoft about my computer. I clarified that the only tech I possess is a tablet, not a PC. Out of the blue, he switched the topic to what I might fancy for Christmas and promptly ended the call. Honestly, I thought my landline was supposed to be unpublished! Just goes to show the strange characters out there these days! 😂
Microsoft
9 years
Its so annoying, these scam calls keep coming through sayin they’re from BT tech support but I’m not even a customer with them. Why cant anything be done to stop this? Proper fed up now.
BT
9 years
Got a call super early yesterday and again this morning from a guy with an Asian accent claiming to be from Microsoft, saying my computer had issues. When I said I don't even have a computer, he suddenly got rude and accused me of lying. I just told him to remove my number and ended the call.
Microsoft
9 years
Received a call at 8 o'clock this morning. Both occupants in the house are quite unwell and not in the best of health. They also reached out yesterday, attempting to inform us that our computer had issues due to unusual activity linked to our IP address. The moment I pressed them for more details, they promptly hung up. It's best to block this number.
9 years
Got a call on my home phone on 14/12/17 around 09.16 from a man with an Asian accent. The background was really loud. He claimed to be from Microsoft and said there was a problem with my computer. I suspected it was a scam straight away so I played along, pretending to power it up slowly while he kept trying to hurry me. He told me to press the Windows key plus the little 'r' key together and then asked what appeared on the screen. When I questioned if it was a scam, he snapped "don't waste my time!" I shot back with "well don’t waste mine!" and told him to get lost.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call at 7.05 in the morning! These scammers are clearly getting desperate if they're ringing so early. Same old nonsense about 'Madam, there’s an issue with your computer' and that they’re from ‘Microsoft tech support’. I told him to bugger off and said I'd be reporting his number to the UK Fraud hotline.
MadamMicroosftUK Fraud
9 years
Got calls from these folks two days running, all pretending to be Microsoft scams.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call from 0825 today, completely silent. The number showed up as 001982551256 when I checked, though no idea why there was a extra 0 at the start. Looking through other reviews, seems like they had a well-spoken bloke on the line who just cut off. I’m not one to tolerate unsolicited calls and usually they get the boot quite fast from me!
9 years
Got a call just after eight this morning from a bloke with an Asian accent claiming he was from Microsoft, talking about my computer. When I cheekily told him to find something better to do on such a cold winter morning, he just hung up on me! The weirdest part was, he actually knew my name already!
Microsoft
9 years
Had a call at 08:10 this morning with no one on the other end. Absolutely tired of these sorts of calls - they seem to be a constant nuisance! It’s high time the authorities took some action on this front.
9 years
Got a call around 7:40 in the morning from a woman with an Asian accent saying she was from Microsoft. I could tell it was dodgy, so I just hung up straight away.
Microsoft
9 years
He claimed to be from Microsoft regarding my computer, but I only use Apple! Totally a scam!
MicrosoftApple
9 years
Was hobbling about on my crutches when the phone rang. At first, there was just silence on the line. Then a bloke with an Indian accent popped up, claiming he was from Microsoft and had issues with my computer. When I told him I never asked for any help or calls, he let loose a load of swearing, mostly the F word and all its variations. I told him to stop calling me and honestly thinking about reporting it to the cops. Watch out for this number!
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call with no one speaking at about 12:40 today. Used 1471 to check and the number came up as 01982 551256. The area code looks like it's from Builth Wells in Wales. Feels like a scam to me. Going to block it now.
Builth WellsWales
9 years
Is it just me or are these scam calls never going to stop? Honestly, I’m so fed up with getting them all the time!
9 years
Got a call from someone saying they were from ‘Microsoft’ - total scam, don’t fall for it!
Microsoft
9 years
If you get any dodgy texts or suspicious calls, just email us at [email protected].
9 years
Heads up! Don’t trust calls from this number. A person, maybe a man or a woman with an Asian accent, rings up saying they’re from Microsoft, telling you someone’s trying to hack your computer. They’ll push you to give them remote access to fix it, but this is a total con. This isn’t a real Microsoft call at all! Never ever let them get into your computer. Just ignore and block - it’s a scam, plain and simple!
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call earlier from someone claiming to be with Microsoft, saying my PC was compromised. I told him my computer was fine and blocked his number straight away. Not long after, he rang back from a different number, threatening to lock my computer. I told him where to go and blocked that number too. The other number he used was 001441982551256. My call blocker says I’ve stopped about 170 nuisance calls in the past few years.
Microsoft
9 years
Got a call around 1pm from a bloke with an Indian accent saying there was an issue with my Microsoft account. He even mentioned my name and my postcode, which freaked me out a bit. I just said I’m an Apple user and wasn’t by my laptop, then ended the call.
MicrosoftApple
9 years
Indeed, they rang my number, but fortunately, I was otherwise occupied and didn't manage to answer in time. Could you kindly investigate this? Cheers!

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