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02033171816

☎️ 02033171816 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Virgin Media Limited. It is part of the phone block 203317 with a prefix of 020. The area code 020 originates from London.

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+442033171816+44 20 3317 1816020 3317 1816+44-20-3317-1816

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020 3317 1816 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 02033171816

  • Frequent scam calls from Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Multiple annoying calls, possible scam
    Jan
    2017
  • Threatening call, reported to police
    Jan
    2017
  • Received call, no message left
    Jan
    2017
  • Frustrated with nuisance phone calls
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam call warning, be cautious
    Jan
    2017
  • Dubious call from "Microsoft Central Services"
    Jan
    2017
  • Internet scam, dangerous and deceptive
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious call from alleged OpenReach
    Jan
    2017
  • Block scammers with BT Call Guardian
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning about fraudulent phone calls
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam call pretending to be BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Fraudulent call masquerading as BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Nuisance scam calls from 02022171816
    Jan
    2017
  • Fake call claiming to Microsoft
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious call about windows received
    Jan
    2017
  • Caller impersonated BT employee, likely scam
    Jan
    2017
  • Missed call, hopeful for callback
    Jan
    2017
  • Rude caller lacks customer service
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam number, rude and abusive. Block
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspected scam calls, hung up
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam calls from fake company
    Jan
    2017
  • Received silent calls, telemarketer hung up
    Jan
    2017
  • Unknown caller claiming to be BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious call likely a scam
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam call pretending to be BT
    Jan
    2017
  • BT Open Reach scam call
    Jan
    2017
  • Frequent caller blocked by BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning about a scam call
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam phone call, BT provider, dangerous
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam call pretending to be BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Frequent unwanted calls, needs action
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious call, possible scam alert
    Jan
    2017
  • Repeated silent and hang-up calls
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious pharmacy call, hung up
    Jan
    2017
  • Frustration with repeated scam calls
    Jan
    2017
  • Breathing, wife took it, disabled
    Jan
    2017
  • Unsupported medical complaints, confusing information
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspected scam call about internet
    Jan
    2017
  • Unknown call, potential internet threat, blocked
    Jan
    2017
  • Avoiding calls from unknown numbers
    Jan
    2017
  • Unsuspecting victim of phone scam
    Jan
    2017
  • Caller hung up after answering
    Jan
    2017
  • Inappropriate behavior from BT employee
    Jan
    2017
  • Foreign scam call, did not fall
    Jan
    2017
  • Call from fake Openreach employee
    Jan
    2017
  • Frustration over nuisance calls and charges
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam from fake IT support
    Jan
    2017
  • Fake BT scam call warning
    Jan
    2017
  • Pharmacy scam call, hung up
    Jan
    2017
  • Beware of fake BT calls
    Jan
    2017
  • Frequent calls, no messages left
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning about tech support scams
    Jan
    2017
  • Unhelpful BT Openreach response frustration
    Jan
    2017
  • Repeated unknown calls, no messages left
    Jan
    2017
  • Received silent calls, no response
    Jan
    2017
  • Receiving inappropriate calls from telemarketer
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious Microsoft call, police unhelpful
    Jan
    2017
  • Received spam call offering medication
    Jan
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call, amusing response
    Jan
    2017
  • Unknown numbers may not leave message
    Jan
    2017
  • Fake call from BT Outreach
    Jan
    2017
  • Unsolicited call and rude behavior
    Jan
    2017
  • Unwanted personal questions, ignored TPS
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious call from fake BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Questioning legitimacy of call source
    Jan
    2017
  • Harassment call; rude response received
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious call, not legitimate BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Suspicious unsolicited call - stay safe
    Jan
    2017
  • Received scam call from "Eric."
    Jan
    2017
  • Received scam call, caller insulted me
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam call from Microsoft impersonator
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam attempted by fake representative
    Jan
    2017
  • Missed call, no voicemail, busy
    Jan
    2017
  • Unsolicited call offering tramadol, skeptical
    Jan
    2017
  • Persistent scam phone call, be cautious
    Jan
    2017
  • Received scam call from BT
    Jan
    2017
  • Repeated unwanted calls causing frustration
    Jan
    2017
  • Early call; no message left
    Jan
    2017
  • Annoying scam call at morning
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning about fraudulent BT claims
    Jan
    2017
  • Inappropriate call, avoid answering it
    Dec
    2016
  • Ignore unknown numbers, check voicemail
    Dec
    2016
  • Intrusive caller asking for personal information
    Dec
    2016
  • Received suspicious call from UK
    Dec
    2016
  • Scam call from fake Windows
    Dec
    2016
  • Annoying repeated calls from number
    Dec
    2016
  • Doubt on Microsoft Executive ‘Peter’
    Dec
    2016
  • Scammers from Indian call center
    Dec
    2016
  • Enjoying frustrating fake Microsoft callers
    Dec
    2016
  • Report scam numbers to authorities
    Dec
    2016
  • Received scam call from "Microsoft."
    Dec
    2016
  • Repeat annoying survey calls from 02033171816
    Dec
    2016
  • Received scam call, refused access
    Dec
    2016
  • Phone call pretending to be Microsoft
    Dec
    2016
  • Avoid this trickster; unreliable service
    Dec
    2016
  • Telemarketer called multiple times
    Dec
    2016
  • Upset about early morning scammers
    Dec
    2016
  • Impersonation claims, unwanted repeated calls
    Dec
    2016
  • Not answering unknown calls important
    Dec
    2016
  • Beware of IBM support scam
    Dec
    2016
  • Harassing calls with foul language
    Dec
    2016
  • Issue with internet security mentioned
    Dec
    2016
  • Fraud alert regarding internet security
    Dec
    2016
  • Silent calls received multiple times
    Dec
    2016
  • Frequent annoying prank calls reported
    Dec
    2016
  • Outsmarted scammer pretending to be Microsoft
    Dec
    2016
  • Why can't we stop scammers?
    Dec
    2016
  • Persistent scammers using deceitful tactics
    Dec
    2016
  • Frustrated with persistent scam calls
    Dec
    2016
  • Persistent, rude, irritating prank call
    Dec
    2016
  • Aggressive call claiming Internet threats
    Dec
    2016
  • Question from user remained unanswered
    Dec
    2016
Number Of Searches: 762 Number Of Comments: 109 First Seen: 16 December 2016 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Blackburn(West Lothian), Critchill(Somerset) and Sankyns Green(Worcestershire).

02033171816 has 109 comments of which 56 x neutral and 53 x negative

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02033171816 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 02033171816 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance and scam number posing as representatives from Microsoft and BT Openreach. Callers often claim urgent computer issues or internet faults, attempting to gain remote access or personal information. Many report aggressive, abusive behaviour when challenged, with calls frequently delivered in foreign accents and involving scripted dialogue or silent periods. Multiple users note the number calls repeatedly throughout the day, sometimes early morning or bank holidays, causing distress especially among vulnerable and elderly individuals. Calls may include threatening or inappropriate language. Despite reports to authorities and BT, the calls continue unabated, with users advised not to answer, avoid providing information, and utilise call blocking services. The consensus warns strongly against engaging, emphasising the high risk of fraud and urging caution.

Reports on phone number 02033171816

10 years
This number rings me all the time! I just ignore it now. They’re obviously scammers because the first time an Asian guy called saying he was from Microsoft and wanted me to access my computer to fix some issue. What a joke!
Microsoft
10 years
Sick of this number ringing me - it's called me three times just this morning. I tried messing about with them for about 20 minutes but got tired and ended the call. It keeps coming through so I wouldn’t bother picking up now. Sometimes it shows as International, which makes it tricky to just block since it’s my work phone. BT must be raking it in letting these spammers use their numbers. Proper shame on BT.
BT
10 years
02033171816 rang my 13 year old lad and was shouting all sorts at him. The bloke said some really creepy stuff and even mentioned our silver trailer, plus gave our exact address with postcode. He said he knew where my boy lived. I’m not sure what this nutter was trying to achieve or if he was hoping to scare my son into talking or doing something, but this number is seriously dodgy. I reckon the caller got our info by digging through Facebook or similar. I’ll be reporting it to the cops for sure. 09/01/2017 16:47
Facebook
10 years
Got another dodgy call claiming to be from BT Openreach, coming from somewhere in the Asian subcontinent. Oddly enough, they even had my proper name, which makes me think maybe BT’s call centre data got leaked or hacked while they had operations over there. If you do pick up, just hang up straight away and don’t bother chatting with them. Better yet, just don’t answer at all. Stay cautious and look after yourself.
BT Open ReachBT
10 years
Got a call from this number today, but as soon as I picked up, they just ended the call. Feels like BT could easily step up and stop these annoying calls if they really cared. But since they probably make money off them, it's hard to see them as neutral in all this.
BT
10 years
Got a call but they didn’t bother leaving a voicemail. I’ve just gone ahead and blocked the number now.
10 years
I’m pretty suspicious about this call from "Microsoft Central Services". They said my PC got hacked last night but it was switched off and unplugged the whole time. Also, why would a London number be dealing with an issue that’s supposedly in Switzerland? And why are they speaking to me in English when I’m German-speaking? Doesn’t add up at all.
Microsoft Central ServicesLondonSwitzerland
10 years
Got a call today from a lady who said she was with Openreach, saying there was a problem with my broadband and she needed to access my PC to fix it. Seemed fishy straight away. Honestly, these scams are getting worse - not only could it cost you loads, but it’s proper risky too. Why do these folks waste their time like this instead of just getting a proper job and making their own cash fair and square? It's well annoying.
Open Reach
10 years
Again with this! Some Asian lady said she was from OpenReach and wanted to get on our computer to fix some fault? What fault even? You'd think after loads of complaints they’d block these calls, especially when it's from a UK landline. It’s really bloody annoying and could be pretty risky if I’d actually believed her..
OpenReachUK
10 years
Total scammers, had loads of callcentre noise when they rang. Honestly, get one of those BT Call Guardian gadgets. Just block the number and they’ll never bother you again.
BT Call Guardian
10 years
I've had calls from 02033171816 two times today, both times saying they were from BT Open Reach. I haven't dealt with BT in ages lol
BT Open ReachBT
10 years
Got a call from this number around 10:35, and the person on the line asked for me by name. A woman with an Asian accent said she wanted to discuss something about my windows. At first, I assumed it was about my double glazing since I’m waiting on a call about that, but I quickly realised that wasn’t what it was about. I ended the call straight away. Then a few minutes after, I got a voicemail with no sound.
10 years
Got calls from 02022171816 loads of times at all sorts of weird hours, even really early on a Saturday. I didnt pick up cause I’m pretty sure it’s a scam. My caller ID shows it as International but when I check my call log its got a 0203 number. Proper annoying, especially since I use my phone for work too.
10 years
Got a call at 12:27 earlier, bloke claimed my broadband was under a cyber attack and said he worked for BT. He tried to get me to let him into my laptop to sort it out, but I told him no way. Then he started swearing at me, but before hanging up, he handed over a BT number to call and verify he was an actual BT engineer.
BT
10 years
I got a call from a guy with an Asian accent saying he was from Microsoft.
Microsoft
10 years
Some bloke said he was Sammy from BT Open Reach about my internet. I knew it was a con since I dont have BT internet. Ended call straight away. Would say dont pick up if you get that number and if you do dont give out any details.
SammyBT OpenreachBT
10 years
Total scam! When I asked them what was going on, they got really rude and started being abusive. Just block the number, don’t bother!
10 years
About fifteen minutes ago, I got a call from a woman claiming to be from BT Openreach, speaking with an Indian accent. I told her everything was fine on my end, but she suddenly shouted at me saying she wasn’t calling about any issue. I calmly asked her to stop shouting, and she snapped back, "I'm shouting because you're lying." I just hung up there and then. Honestly, whoever these people are, they seriously need to learn how to treat customers properly!
IndiaBT Openreach
10 years
Got two calls this morning from 02033171816 claiming to be from OpenReach, saying my internet was about to be cut off. I told them I already got an email from BT about it, then they just hung up on me.
OpenReachBT
10 years
This number has rung me 3 times today. I picked up the first one and heard a foreign woman on the line, which felt dodgy, so I ended the call. When it rang again twice later, I just ignored and hung up straightaway. Feels like some sort of scam to me.
10 years
Got a call today here in the Netherlands, answered in Dutch but heard nothing. After about 15 seconds, a female robot voice said "Goodbye". Kinda hoping they ring back, today’s work was a bit annoying and this would brighten up my weekend a bit!
Netherlands
10 years
On 6th Jan around 11.15, I got two calls where nobody said a word! When I picked up, I kept saying "hello, hello," but nothing back, so I started swearing. Then just yesterday, I got a call from someone claiming to be from BT, saying they had an order to cancel my internet. I wasn’t having any of it and told the guy it was nonsense. He sounded like he was from somewhere in South Asia and just hung up on me!
BT
10 years
Got a couple of calls from 02033171816 earlier, sounded like they were from BT. Then after a bit, they just ended the call on me!!
BT
10 years
Some bloke rang up saying he was from BT Openreach, telling me my router’s been sending signals about a faulty connection. Being a ‘valued customer’, he claimed he wanted to help fix it. When I asked him to send something in writing to prove it, he suddenly started shouting, “Why do you need it in writing?” I told him to calm down, that I wasn’t interested, and to buzz off. These calls only began after I’d reported internet and line issues to BT a few months back. Since BT’s call centres are in India and these people had Indian accents, I’m starting to wonder if BT’s enquiry data is somehow getting passed on to these scammers, whether BT knows about it or not.
BT Open ReachBTIndia
10 years
SCAM CALLED ME, NO SOUND AT FIRST THEN CLAIMED TO BE FROM BT OPENREACH ABOUT MY COMPUTER. MY MUM ASKED WHICH ONE (SHE DOESN'T EVEN OWN A COMPUTER). THE LADY SAID WHICHEVER ONE WE WANT THEM TO FIX. THATS NOT JUST A SCAM, THEYRE ALSO LYING SAYING THEYRE FROM BT OPENREACH.
BT Openreach
10 years
02033171816 has rung me about 4 times in the past two days. Luckily, BT call minder has blocked them after I added their number before, though I can’t really recall who they are. Just goes to show why having call minder is totally worth it.
BT Call MinderCall Minder
10 years
I got two calls from 02033171816 within an hour saying my internet would get cut off tomorrow. They said I could prevent it by filling a form on my laptop. I hung up straight away, it's defo a scam. Reported it to BT. Weird thing is, they knew my name and my daughters name. She doesn’t live with me anymore but does have BT as her internet provider. These scammers get really pushy if you don’t give them info. Just hang up and be careful. The number is 02033171816.
BT
10 years
This number rang me up and when I called them out for being scammers, they started swearing at me and told me to f### off. They even threatened to come round and 'sort me out'. Honestly, hope they get found and stopped. Seriously, DO NOT speak to these lot.
10 years
Scam alert! Got a call where at first there was only silence, then the person started claiming they were from BT Openreach about a computer issue. Mum asked which computer she meant (she’s got no computer at all) and the lady replied, "Whatever one you want us to check." Proper scam and also fake claiming to be from BT Openreach. Avoid them!
BT Openreach
10 years
I got a call from this number earlier, someone claimed they’d spoken to ‘Carl’ - which is my husband’s name - and said he was with BT Openreach. They told me Carl had supposedly called to cancel our internet. When I asked for more details, the bloke said they’d taken a call but didn’t know who exactly had made the request. I asked for his contact number so I could ring back and check, but then the call just dropped. Just a heads up to everyone out there!
BT OpenreachCarl
10 years
I had a similar call a few days back. The bloke said he was with BT Openreach and claimed they’d spotted someone hacking into our network. He said his name was Robert and insisted he was actually from BT. I told him I’d handle it myself and then he just ended the call.
BT OpenreachRobertBT
10 years
I dunno how many times this number, or somethin like it, has been ringing but there’s never anyone at the other end. Why cant BT just block these folks? They’re such an annoying pain!
BT
10 years
They keep ringing but when I answer no one says anything before just hanging up.
10 years
Got a call today (4.1.16) from a guy who knew my husband's name and said his name was John. He claimed he was ringing from a pharmacy and needed some help from my husband. But as soon as I asked where this pharmacy was located, the line just went dead.
John
10 years
I got two calls from this number while I was out, then just as I logged on, they called again. The person claimed to be from BT and told me that someone was using my number while I was on my computer. He wanted me to take some action on my laptop, which I only use a few times a week. It felt dodgy to me, so when I said that, he threatened to cut off my internet and then hung up abruptly.
BT
10 years
No answer on the other end.
10 years
Got a call from a lady with an accent claiming to be from BT Openreach, but when I asked her to confirm, she said she didn’t work there! She told me my internet was in danger from hackers - like it’s not for everyone! She just kept reading off a script and when I tried to cut in, she raised her voice. I ended the call and blocked the number right away.
BT Openreach
10 years
Got a call around half past 11, but as soon as I picked up, they just cut off.
10 years
All I heard was heavy breathing when it rang at 10.23 this morning! My missus answered. I tried ringing back around 11ish and got a message saying 'number not recognised'. Could be they've switched it off?
10 years
Said they were from BT warnin me about hackers trying to get in, asked if i was at my computer. Don’t trust it!!
BT
10 years
Got a call from a bloke saying he was with Openreach about a request to cut off my internet. He had a pretty thick accent and wanted me to say my name. I asked him who he thought he was ringing, told him I wasn’t the person he wanted, and he just ended the call.
Openreach
10 years
Got a ring from this number earlier, checked it out here right away. Cheers, definitely won’t be picking up next time.
10 years
Some bloke from abroad rang to say I’d cancelled my BT Openreach. I told him I’d ring back myself but he wanted to talk right there. Had a chat with my husband after and he said it was nonsense, we’re not even with Openreach. While on the call, I suspected it was some trick to get into my computer, but I didn’t take the bait. I worry pensioners might get caught out by this. Why doesn’t someone do something about it? I’m thinking of getting one of those guardian phones that apparently blocks every single one of these scams.
10 years
That charming bloke 'Robert' from BT Open Reach had the nerve to call me a bloody witch when I said I didn’t trust him! Why on earth do we have to endure these awful calls? Absolutely shocking behaviour.
RobertBT Open Reach
10 years
Some bloke claimed to be from BT Openreach, asking me to verify my ID because supposedly someone asked to cut off my internet - as if I’d just let that slide! I told him to post me the request so I could forward it to the fraud team. He just hung up on me. Proper risky for older folks or anyone who’s clueless about this. They’re a right nightmare and if I caught one of these scammers, it wouldn’t end well!
BT Openreach
10 years
Some lady called Annie claiming to be from BT Openreach saying my internet got hacked and she needs to connect remotely to fix it. She says there’s a security ID only BT and my PC have and she’ll show me an error message to prove it’s legit. She promised it’s free and everything is safe. DO NOT FALL FOR THIS, just hang up straight away. She’s been ringing everyone in my workplace one by one.
AnnieBT OpenreachBT
10 years
Someone rang me up, asked to speak to me by name, then said they were calling from a pharmacy about my meds. I told them I had no idea what they meant and just ended the call.
10 years
This bloke called me claiming to be from Microsoft, saying there was an issue with my PC. I kept him chatting as long as I could to waste his time - better that than him tricking others. After a while, he just dropped the call. What’s actually being done about the people behind these numbers?
DavidMicrosoft
10 years
This number rang me twice, but both times they just went quiet and ended the call without saying a word.
10 years
Got a call from 02033171816 this morning. A woman with a strong accent, who knew my first name, said she was ringing from a pharmacy and tried to sell me discounted meds. When I asked what kind of medicine it was, she just ended the call.
10 years
This number 02033171816 has rung my house about 4 times over the past couple of days. No idea what they want, but im pretty sure its nothing we need. We keep the answerphone on, but they never bother to leave a message which is disappointing.
10 years
Today, 3rd January 2017 at about 08:40, I got a call from a guy claiming to be from Microsoft, saying there was something wrong with my PC. The caller sounded Indian, so I called him out as a liar and a scammer trying to con me. He fired back, calling me the same names! If you've got time, it's quite entertaining to mess with them - pretend you're fetching someone to help turn on the computer, then act like you're following their steps. After a while, you can make up a “message” showing on your screen, often something cheeky enough to get them swearing. Definitely not very professional for Microsoft, right? At one point, I thought about getting a whistle to blow every time these clowns ring me.
Microsoft
10 years
Got a call from 02033171816, someone said it was Microsoft telling me my computer had an issue. Bit odd cos my number's unlisted! Ended up hanging up and tried contacting the police but they weren't much help.
Microsoft
10 years
They keep calling me all day long, which has made me not want to pick up anymore. And to top it off, they never bother leaving a message.
10 years
Got a call from this number earlier, some BT Openreach nonsense. Told the bloke to get lost.
BT Openreach
10 years
Just got a call from a woman named Julie Dawson claiming to be with BT Outreach. She wanted me to get on my computer while she 'waited'. I said I'd ring back later when I had time and asked for her number. She told me it was 0800 111 999, but that’s actually British Gas. Not sure I’m keen on calling her back after that.
Julie DawsonBT OutreachBritish Gas
10 years
The call went straight to voicemail but they didnt leave anything. I never pick up for numbers I dont know.
10 years
This number rang me a few times, and it was a guy with an Indian accent trying to push some claim-related stuff. I told him nicely many times I wasn’t interested and he just ended the call. Then a minute ago, he rings again, and I can hear him typing away before he mutters "f#ck you" quietly over and over. I just hung up but honestly dunno what to do now. Guess there's not much to be done.
10 years
Got a call from this number a moment ago. The bloke already had my name, so I asked who he was. He shot back with 'don’t ask me, motherf***er' and then cut me off. Ringing people out of the blue and throwing insults like that feels like plain harassment to me.
10 years
Received a call from someone claiming to be Eric representing Microsoft. It was pretty apparent it was a scam, so I decided to cut the conversation short and hang up.
EricMicrosoft
10 years
This number just rang me, and the guy on the line already knew my name. I asked who he was, and he just shouted some nasty words at me before hanging up. I think calling random people and being rude like that is plain harassment. Totally not on!
10 years
Somebody called claiming to be from Convenience UK and started asking all kinds of personal stuff. They also said they’d remove my number from their list so I wouldn’t get more calls from them. I got annoyed when they kept probing about who my phone provider is and even what brand my washing machine is, so I just ended the call. The phone rang again but I ignored it. Then it rang once more a bit later, so I put it on answerphone. No message was left and they never called back. I’m on the TPS, yet these lot just seem to ignore it completely.
UKTelephone Preference Service
10 years
Somebody said they were from BT Openreach and told me my computer had a virus. It was a woman with an Indian accent called Ellie. She just hung up when I questioned her, so I’ve blocked the number now.
BT OpenreachEllie
10 years
This morning at about 8.15 my missus got a dodgy call right away. The bloke claimed he was with the BT Openreach techs. I let him chat for a bit then told her to call him back. When she rang, he said his name was Mike Anderson but sounded Asian, and gave a London address that’s actually House of Fraser’s. BT checked and confirmed he’s not one of their crew. Watch out for this one!
BT OpenreachMike AndersonLondonHouse of FraserBT
10 years
Supposedly BT calling, but I’ve blocked them now. BT don’t make calls on bank holidays, so this was obviously some dodgy Microsoft / Solar panel / PPI-type scam about replacing heating systems or some survey nonsense.
BTBank HolidaysMicrosoft
10 years
Early this morning at about 9:51, a man with an Asian accent rang me claiming to be from Microsoft. He said there was an issue with my computer, so naturally, I asked how he had that info. He mentioned some reference number. Since I use Apple stuff and have several devices, I asked which one he meant. That seemed to throw him off, and he didn’t reply. I then told him quite bluntly to get lost. I've since added that number to my block list.
MicrosoftApple
10 years
0203 3171816... They actually asked for me by name, which made me a bit uneasy right away! When I asked who was calling, a woman with an Indian accent said she was calling from a pharmacy and asked if I wanted a supply of tramadol! Seriously?! I told her yeah, one moment while I grabbed some personal papers, but I actually just put the phone down and left it ringing... I could hear her say, “hello, are you there?” then after about 30 minutes I finally got the sweet sound of the call disconnecting! Waste their time, not yours!
10 years
They’ve called me two times this morning, first time before 9am. Just ended up hanging up. Complete idiots.
10 years
Said they were from BT Openreach, but total scam!
BT
10 years
Just saw the list down here, and honestly, glad I didn't pick up. They seem proper busy today! Rang me at 11:32 but ended up dropping the call with no message left.
10 years
Got a ring at 8 in the morning while I was still tucked up in bed. I had a feeling it was one of those dodgy scam calls, which really winds me up, especially being in my seventies. It’s quite a shock to get a call that early! Also, I found it strange that the phone didn’t show the caller on the screen, even though the number appeared in my missed calls list. Honestly, there ought to be some action taken against these types of calls.
10 years
Got a call this morning from someone saying they were with BT Openreach. They said there were problems with my computer. I told them it was obviously a scam and then they just told me to be quiet and ended the call! So annoying!
BT Openreach
10 years
Keeps calling me pretending to be from Open Reach, saying there's an issue with my internet and that my online banking might be at risk - which is only true if I actually engage with them! Really pushy and I’m worried that older or less tech-savvy people could easily get tricked. This really needs to be dealt with.
Open Reach
10 years
Got a call early at 8 in the morning on a bank holiday, which woke me up. They hung up before I could answer and didn’t leave any voicemail.
10 years
Got a call today, picked up and this bloke claimed he was from Microsoft saying there was trouble with my computer. I suspected straight away it was dodgy cos they tried me a few days back. I just let him ramble on for a bit but didn’t respond much. Then out of nowhere, he goes off calling me a f****** moron and hangs up. Lovely manners!
Microsoft
10 years
Someone said they were from BT Openreach, a woman with an Indian accent who called herself Annie. She told me my computer was getting hacked and asked me to log in so she could guide me on what to do next! Honestly, this is quite risky, especially for people who might be more trusting.
BT OpenreachAnnie
10 years
Got a call from some Indian guy claiming to be from BT Openreach, said my system was being hacked and asked for my IP address. He said his name was Robert Burton. Honestly, if you’re gonna try and scam, at least pick a name that matches your background!
BT OpenreachRobert Burton
10 years
i got a call from this number today at 12:04, told the guy no thanks and he just told me to go to hell and to f**k myself. complete rubbish this number, i'd say dont pick up 02033171816
10 years
Got a couple of calls from this number about my computer. They kept saying they weren’t Microsoft but from Windows. Definitely a scam!
Microsoft
10 years
Called our landline three times today asking for personal info like date of birth and phone number.
10 years
Some bloke called 'peter' claiming to be from microsoft. Yeah, right!
PeterMicrosoft
10 years
I usually dont pick up if I dont know the number. Keeps buzzing all day but i just let it ring and go to voicemail. They dont leave any messages anyway
10 years
yeh, this number keeps ringin me and its really frustratin me now
10 years
This bloke claimed he was calling from convenience uk, even had my name and an old address. When I told him he was mistaken and asked what company he was really with, he just ended the call.
Convenience UK
10 years
Beware, these are scammers working out of an Indian call centre!
10 years
Whenever he claims to be from Microsoft, I find it funny to mess with him and pretend I don't get it. Usually he ends up calling me names and then just hangs up. I actually look forward to these calls - it's a good laugh annoying them and using up their time (I'm retired, so I've got plenty of time to spare).
Microsoft
10 years
they said they were from bt openreach - i think whenever these "scam" numbers ring you, it’s best to report them to action fraud even if nothing has been lost or stolen; they do take the complaints seriously but just moaning about the calls lets them keep going. i get its a faff to report, i really do, but there’s work happening to try and cut down these calls. these calls could be really risky.
BT OpenreachAction Fraud
10 years
02033171816 has rung me thrice now. They keep asking for me by name and say they're conducting some sort of consumer survey, wanting me to answer questions. Always sounds like someone with an Indian or Asian accent. First time I nicely said no thanks, I don’t have to take part! Second time I was in the middle of my tea so I sharply told them no and to take me off their list. I hadn’t heard anything since, then they called again this morning at 7.50am. Been awake most of the night already, so not pleased at all to be woken up by them again!
10 years
Just got a call from someone claiming to be “John Patel” from Microsoft, saying there’s an issue with my PC like that’s believable. I messed about for 10 mins then said I’m an IT auditor - seems like half the UK has that job! I always look up the number and block it now, but I worry about folks who might fall for it. Total scumbags!
John PatelMicrosoftTomDickHarryUK
10 years
Stay well clear of this con artist, they’re trouble.
10 years
Got a ring on my home phone from these lot earlier today (26-Dec-2016), saying my Microsoft Office had issues and they needed me to log in so they could help fix it. Being over seventy, I'm not daft enough to let anyone fiddle with my computer like that. I told them straight they were scammers and asked how they live with themselves targeting the elderly. They replied with a volley of swear words! Seriously, why won’t BT just block or shut down this number?
Microsoft OfficeBT
10 years
On 26th Dec around 9.15, I got a call on my landline from a bloke named Dave who said there was an issue with my computer. I just hung up straight away. Then at 9.17 he rang back but I didn’t pick up. By 9.18 he was calling again, so I took the phone off the hook to stop it.
Dave
10 years
02033171816 rang me claiming to be from Microsoft saying there was an issue with my PC!
Microsoft
10 years
its 8.15am on boxing day and I was hoping to catch some extra kip but these bloody scammers keep ringing me. someone please put an end to these useless twats, they dont deserve a single breath of fresh air.
10 years
Some bloke said he was from BT Openreach, but when I said I wasn’t interested, he just hung up. This number rang me twice yesterday, but both times I picked up they ended the call straight away.
BT
10 years
i dont pick up calls from numbers i dont know. if its really urgent they'll drop a voicemail anyway.
10 years
Heads up: Yesterday I got a call on my landline from someone claiming to be from the IBM support team saying my laptop was full of errors from online shopping, Facebook, and other internet use. I don’t personally use that laptop much, it’s mostly my wife, so I thought maybe a clean-up wouldn’t hurt. I told them to ring back the next day as I wasn't up for dealing with it at the time. They phoned again this morning and started pointing out all the supposed errors. They then got me to install TeamViewer so they could “fix” the issues, but then they tried to access my accounts and security details, which made me suspicious. I quickly grabbed my phone and googled the number/name, and yep, found out it was a scam. They sound very professional with background noise like a busy call centre, so be careful and don't give out any bank info. I called them out as scammers and thieves, and just after, my laptop froze completely. I've already got my cards cancelled now. Be warned!
IBMFacebook
10 years
They keep ringing us non stop and talk really rude when we dont do what they want. Really annoying!
10 years
This scammer just wont stop, always trying new methods and sneaky lines to fool you. Honestly, I’d love to confront these jokers in person - they’d think twice before trying to scam anyone else after that.
10 years
Had a really pushy bloke claiming to be a "microsoft certified engineer". When i told him i doubted that, he got quite cheeky and asked if i could speak english properly! Of course i could. Then he asked why i was laughing when he said he'd fix my computer. After that he went on about me needing to be polite and listen more. I just laughed back and pointed out that he was the one who called me and was rude! I hung up, but he phoned straight back a few seconds later before i could block him. Proper annoying nuisance call.
Microsoft

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