02038742411
☎️ 02038742411 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by BT. It is part of the phone block 203874 with a prefix of 020. The area code 020 originates from London.
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TimeLine of events for phone number 02038742411
- Beware of telecom scamsDec
2024Spam call, suspicious selling tacticsDec
2024Scammer call, inadequate knowledge, blockedDec
2024Telemarketer, unresponsive after callOct
2024Claiming to be BT, scammerOct
2024Suspected scam, blocked numberOct
2024Scam call about ISDN switchSep
2024Confusing call about digital linesAug
2024Frustration with ongoing scams persistsAug
2024Outbound digital phone lines mentionedJul
2024Rude, quick call; hung upJul
2024Fast-talking caller about phone linesJun
2024Caller misidentified, ended conversation abruptlyJun
2024Receiving unwanted call, likely scamApr
2024Received another questionable callApr
2024Suspicious call about copper wiringApr
2024Unwanted call breaking TPS rulesApr
2024Unknown caller regarding copper switchoverApr
2024User wary of potential scamMar
2024Warning of potential fraudulent activityMar
2024Unhelpful service; number removal issueMar
2024Plausible caller, feared potential scamMar
2024Warning: possible scam, stay alertFeb
2024Announced blocking a scam offerFeb
2024Suspected phone scam, call endedFeb
2024Missed multiple calls, no responseFeb
2024Scam claim about ISDN grantsJan
2024Rude caller hung up abruptlyJan
2024Disconnection threat from unknown numberJan
2024Warning of possibility of scamJan
2024Falsely claiming to represent BTJan
2024Landlines changing, minimal customer effortJan
2024Suspicious call, possible criminal activityJan
2024Scam caller misrepresented Openreach servicesJan
2024Difficult to understand quick callerJan
2024Suspicious call, hung up abruptlyJan
2024Spammer revealed fake number, disconnectedDec
2023Missed unknown call, blocked numberDec
2023Possible spammer asked about business, blockedDec
2023Beware of scam BT offerDec
2023Suspicious call about fiber opticNov
2023Unwanted scam phone callNov
2023Rejected assistance for switchover, ended callNov
2023Request for funding scheme scamNov
2023User suggests simple, cost-effective solutionOct
2023Suspicious scam calls from different entitiesOct
2023Pushy telemarketer impersonating acquaintance, shut downOct
2023Impersonal, robotic, bizarre callOct
2023Unsolicited sales call about upgradesSep
2023Call from rude man, hung upSep
2023Missed call, likely cold callerSep
2023Number Of Searches: 151 Number Of Comments: 49 First Seen: 09 September 2023 General Reputation: negativeThis number has recently been searched from Bulmer Beck(North Yorkshire), Crossens(Merseyside) and The Alders(Staffordshire).
02038742411 has 49 comments of which 30 x neutral and 19 x negative
02038742411 Summary (Read all comments)
Phone number ☎️ 02038742411 👆 is reported as a number linked to persistent scam calls about the transition from copper landlines to fibre broadband. Callers impersonate BT or Openreach representatives, often offering misleading claims of government funding or urgent necessary upgrades. They are pushy, sometimes rude, and frequently unable to provide credible details or written confirmation. Many recipients, including businesses, highlight their existing fibre or VOIP setups, yet these callers persist or abruptly hang up when challenged. This number also disregards the Telephone Preference Service, causing significant annoyance. Several users have blocked the number and warn others to avoid sharing personal information or engaging further. The overall consensus is to treat calls from this number with extreme caution as a likely telephone scam.
Reports on phone number 02038742411
2 yearsJust a heads up, this number popped up as spam on my phone. Got a random call about our landlines, which immediately felt dodgy. They were pushing some 'Great Switchover' service, sounded believable and they weren’t too aggressive. When I asked if they were from BT, they didn’t say yes, but claimed to be partnered with them or something. When I mentioned we’d already got BT handling it, they told me to check out other suppliers for the switch. Definitely be cautious and don’t share too much info. I told them to send me an email with all the info. Let’s see what happens next.BT2 yearsGot a call this morning around 9:12 from someone pretending to be with BT Wholesale. They were pushing some sort of deal related to the so-called 'Switch Off'. It was clear they didn’t really know the difference between ISDN and ADSL or even copper versus fibre connections. After a fair bit of nonsense and a rather patronising tone, I just blocked the number and thought I’d share my experience here.ISDNADSL2 yearsGot a call today, 22nd October, from someone claiming to be about the ISD switch. I assumed they meant the change from copper wires to fibre internet. Then they began grilling me about our phone setup. I asked them to identify themselves properly, and they said they were from Smart Connect Telecoms. They said they'd send me info in the post, but I asked for an email instead and gave my work address. So far, I've had nothing come through.ISDSmart Connect Telecoms2 yearsThis bloke on the phone kept saying he was from BT, even after I asked over and over if he really was. He kept going on about BT wholesale, but I'm pretty sure it's a total scam. Don't fall for it!BT2 yearsI'm pretty sure this is a con. They've rung me two times, both with the same line: "someone just called me, I'm getting back to them about a switchover, it's IMA." No one here has made any calls to them at all. I've blocked the number and told them to stop calling.2 yearsGot a call from a bloke claiming it was about switching from copper wires to fibre optic for ISDN. I mentioned that I already use a VOIP service. He said he’d send me some info through the post. Just to be safe I rang our phone company and turns out the call wasn’t from them. We’re on the TPS list, so they really shouldn’t be ringing us like this. Total scam, I’d say.TPS2 yearsSomebody rang me up saying it was about my internet lines or something, but honestly, I had no clue what they were talking about so I kinda gave very unclear answers.2 yearsSeriously, how do these lot keep managing to avoid getting caught? It's such a nightmare!2 yearsThey mentioned something about digital phone lines being outbound.2 yearsGot a call from some call centre, the lady was talking super fast. I asked her to say again who she was with, and then she just cut off the call!2 yearsGot a call from a woman who was speaking ridiculously fast, had to ask her a few times to go slower and explain again. She was saying something about BT changing our phone line from copper to fibre optic. I told her we’re already on fibre optic, and if she was really with BT, she’d be aware of that. She just ended the call after that.BT2 yearsGot three calls from them today. Earlier, they chatted with one of my workmates claiming to be from B.T., saying they were planning to shut down the copper phone lines. When I answered a later call, I told them we’ve been using a VOIP phone for a couple of years now, and they just hung up straight away.B. T2 yearsGot a ring from 02038742411 today, they wanted to know if we were connected to some company and postcode. Didn’t answer their questions though, just ended the call since I reckoned it was one of those cold calls or maybe even a scam.2 yearsJust wrapped up that last report when I got another call from them! It was the usual spiel about copper wire, followed by a barrage of questions. I didn’t utter a word, and then they just cut off. Quite the odd experience!2 yearsHad a call today purporting to be from BT Openreach, chatting about transitioning from copper wiring. I just replied that nobody was available to discuss it at the moment. The call did seem somewhat credible, lacking the usual racket in the background. However, I can't shake the feeling that all calls on the landline lately are just dodgy scams! Quite suspicious, really.BT Openreach2 yearsGot a call from this number but they just cut off straight away. I’m on the TPS list, so it’s against the rules for them to be calling me. Loads of people have reported it as a scam; why hasn’t BT blocked it yet? It makes no sense!Telephone Preference ServiceBT2 yearsGot a call from a bloke who said he was gonna tell me about switching from old copper lines to digital. He mentioned some official history stuff about the changeover. But when I asked for his name, he just cut the call. Strange.2 yearsLooks like a total rip-off to me.2 yearsPretty clear this was a scam.2 yearsI hardly had the chance to say anything! They informed me that our phone number was slated for removal in our locality. Once I finally managed to speak up, I mentioned that we use a digital voice service, and she promptly said, "Right, I'll take you off the list so we won't bother you again!" Well, at least that was sorted!2 yearsI received a phone call from someone claiming to represent BT, inquiring about when our quaint village of Bloxworth would be transitioning from copper wiring to digital. He was very convincing and even asked for details about my BT account. To be honest, it sent a shiver down my spine!BTBloxworth2 yearsWatch out, it’s a total scam! Don’t get caught up in it.FRAUD ALERT2 yearsOh great, just got another one of those pointless scam calls. Blocked straight away.2 yearsHe mentioned that we weren't suitable for the new Openreach system. After asking me a couple of questions, I mentioned that we have a dedicated team managing our phones, to which he nonchalantly replied that he would take us off his list. But then he started probing again, and I couldn't shake off the feeling that something was off, so I voiced my suspicion about it possibly being a scam. That’s when he abruptly hung up on me.2 yearsThey ringed me up 4 times, I tried calling back but no one picked up.2 yearsAbsolutely a con artist! They claimed that "ISDN" services for my business are ending (which I don’t even use) and that I could access some grant for the digital transition. It’s utter nonsense coming from someone who sounds distinctly British. What a farce!ISDN2 yearsWhat a cheek! They simply cut the call without a word.2 yearsI received a call from the number 02038742411, and the person on the line informed me that they would be cutting off my landline service. Quite unnerving, I must say!2 yearsGot a call from a firm claiming they were representing BT, complete load of rubbish, just scammers trying to con people.BT2 yearsStandard BT Openreach drivel, complete with a recording of the hustle and bustle of an office playing in the background. Just to clarify: landlines are certainly NOT being "switched off" entirely. The technology is evolving, but as a customer, you won’t need to do much at all - perhaps just have a new socket installed or, if you're still using an old-fashioned phone, you might need to purchase a new one. Your provider should handle the socket installation, and you can easily pick up a new phone on Amazon if required. Both BT and Virgin have committed to ensuring that this transition comes free of charge. You might find further details here: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/money-legal/consumer-issues/changes-to-landline-telephones/BTAmazonVirgin2 yearsI had a rather peculiar phone call today from someone purporting to represent Openreach. They mentioned that our telephone lines were on the verge of being cut off unless we transitioned to internet-based calling, and claimed they could assist in getting a fibre connection installed at our premises. Apparently, there was even some sort of government grant available for this! I pointed out that we’ve already switched to internet calls and reminded them of a recent survey conducted by Openreach just a fortnight ago that concluded our current setup wasn’t compatible with fibre due to the lack of infrastructure. At that point, the chap on the other end seemed completely flummoxed! I decided it was best to terminate the conversation there.Openreach2 yearsQuite the odd occurrence... I picked up the phone only to overhear a conversation between two individuals. An older woman seemed rather perplexed, while a bloke from the area was handing over MY number to assist her with whatever dilemma she faced. Just moments later, they tried calling again, but alas, the call disconnected as I picked up. I can’t shake off the feeling that there might be something dodgy going on here...2 yearsI received a rather baffling call about some supposed affiliation with OpenReach, claiming that our telephone lines were being phased out. They insisted that we had to transition to their internet calling service - quite dubious, if you ask me. When I mentioned they should liaise with our head office for more clarity, they abruptly ended the call, not even bothering to say farewell. Quite peculiar behaviour!OpenReach2 yearsI got a call at work from a lady who spoke super quickly, making it impossible to catch what she was saying. After asking her a few times to slow down because I just couldn’t follow, she suddenly just hung up. She mentioned a word that sounded like immigration or maybe integration, but I have no clue what the call was really about. For sure, though, it was one of those annoying cold calls.3 yearsGot a call earlier (19/12/23). The guy on the other end was talking so quick, I didn’t really understand what he was going on about or where he was even from, then he just cut off right in the middle of talking. Instant block from me!3 yearsThey claimed the number showing up was bogus, then just ended the call. Total spam.3 yearsGot a call from a number that looked dodgy, asked if it was for xxxxxx business, I said no, so obviously some kind of spam. Went ahead and blocked it, dunno if that actually helps tho.3 yearsWARNING SCAM! Someone called pretending to be from BT saying I could get money if I moved from Copper to Fibre. Definitely a dodgy call.FibreBT3 yearsGot a call from someone saying it was about IDNS and switching to fibre optic, which we’re already using anyway. They mentioned something about possibly getting funding too. I wasn’t convinced it was a genuine call, so I just ended it and blocked the number.3 yearsReceived a dodgy phone call today; seems like just another scammer trying their luck.3 yearsGot a call from some bloke claiming to be with ITS for Openreach about a switchover. Told him I could handle it myself and just ended the call.ITSOpenreach3 yearsGot a call from a woman claiming she could help me get funding for a new phone setup. When I asked for my account number, she was stumped and couldn’t give me an answer. I pretended to be an elderly lady and kept her going for a bit - I was close to cracking up by then. Truthfully, this kind of thing could really scare proper older folks. These scammers are not only daft but also quite harmful. She ended the call with something like “Alright, I’ll take you off the funding,” sounding almost threatening before hanging up. What a load of tossers.3 yearsShe kept going on about having cash for a new phone system once BT scraps the copper lines. I told her I'd just grab a voip phone for around £60 instead. She just said alright, bye then.BT3 yearsThis is the third time this week I’ve had calls from different numbers, all claiming to be from various companies supposedly linked to BT Openreach and offering some kind of funding. Every time I ask the bloke on the phone to send something in writing so I can have a proper look, he always says he can’t do that. So, I just ended the call straight away. Feels like a scam to me!BT Openreach3 yearsLike some others mentioned, the caller kept asking for the business owner by his first name, pretending to be on familiar terms. Having dealt with these dodgy calls for years, I asked straight up what the call was about. He then launched into some spiel about Openreach and ISDN lines, but I cut him off with "He isn’t here and never will be, so please stop ringing. Cheers, goodbye."3 yearsHad a really odd call that felt almost a bit cheeky. A robotic female voice with the most odd tone you can imagine. She didn’t even bother with a proper greeting; just jumped straight into asking me to verify our postcode. While I was still trying to figure out if the call was legit, she started rambling on about ISDN stuff and some sort of funding. Just like the other person mentioned, that’s when I decided to hang up and block the number for good.3 yearsGot a call labelled as Outbound. We run a home-based company. Some bloke wanted to chat with X (that’s my hubby’s name). I asked what it was about since he wasn’t around. Then he started rambling about outdated ISDN lines and how our phones supposedly wouldn’t work with new fibre systems (which is nonsense ‘cause we’re on copper wires here in the middle of nowhere - no fibre, no gas, no cable, nothing like that). He even claimed there was funding to help. That’s when I just hung up.3 yearsI got a call from this guy who honestly sounded proper miserable. He wanted me to verify if my postcode was from Wiltshire, but as soon as I told him I wasn’t in Wiltshire, he just cut the call straight away. Bit rude if you ask me.Wiltshire3 yearsIt called a couple of times but hung up just as I was about to pick up. I reckon it might be one of those cold callers trying to get you to ring them back, guessing that your curiosity will make you do it.Submit Your Own Report (020 3874 2411)
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