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02356497987

☎️ 02356497987 👆 is not a valid (Unknown) United Kingdom Phone Number. It has a prefix of 023.

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023 5649 7987 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 02356497987

  • Fraudulent scam threat concerning goods
    Mar
    2017
  • Voice digitally recorded to scam
    Mar
    2017
  • Voice recorded for scam emails
    Mar
    2017
  • Warning about potential phone scam
    Mar
    2017
  • Received abusive call about computer
    Feb
    2017
  • Microsoft remote access computer scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Persistent scam caller, nuisance problem
    Feb
    2017
  • 3 missed calls, suspicious computer call
    Feb
    2017
  • Misleading call from fake Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Received call, but no response
    Feb
    2017
  • Call from bogus HMRC scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Microsoft scam call warning, block!
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious call from Microsoft impersonator
    Feb
    2017
  • Annoying daily silent phone calls
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious call about computer security
    Feb
    2017
  • Frequent unwanted calls, unable to stop
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious call claiming Microsoft support
    Feb
    2017
  • Annoyed by frequent hang-up calls
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspected scam calls, silent disconnections
    Feb
    2017
  • Will leaving phone connected incur costs?
    Feb
    2017
  • Answered call, silence, then hung up
    Feb
    2017
  • Reporting repeated fraudulent calls logged
    Feb
    2017
  • Receiving multiple unwanted calls frustrating
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning of ongoing Indian scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Calls are increasing, tackle scammers
    Feb
    2017
  • Be cautious of phone scams
    Feb
    2017
  • Inappropriate and abusive telemarketer call
    Feb
    2017
  • Received persistent scam calls, poor quality
    Feb
    2017
  • Windows scam call during lunch
    Feb
    2017
  • Frustration with Indian scam calls
    Feb
    2017
  • Many scam calls, blocked one
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspected scam involving Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Fraudulent person pretending to be
    Feb
    2017
  • Scammers, advised police involvement, argumentative
    Feb
    2017
  • Harassed by Microsoft impersonator calls regularly
    Feb
    2017
  • Ignore and waste their time
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning about potential scam attempt
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspected scam call from Victor
    Feb
    2017
  • Received malicious scam call, be cautious
    Feb
    2017
  • Receiving suspicious calls, mostly ignored
    Feb
    2017
  • Unintelligible caller underwater, assumed spam
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning about Microsoft malware scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Persistent calls, incorrect information provided
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning: scam, avoid at all costs
    Feb
    2017
  • Received call with background noise
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious calls claiming computer issues
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious man claims computer issues
    Feb
    2017
  • Frustrated by repeated harassing calls
    Feb
    2017
  • Scam call, strung him along
    Feb
    2017
  • Unwanted call; potential scammer caller
    Feb
    2017
  • Frustrated with persistent scam callers
    Feb
    2017
  • Received call from unknown person
    Feb
    2017
  • Received suspicious call from India
    Feb
    2017
  • Human call, cut off abruptly
    Feb
    2017
  • Scam claiming to be Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Scam call asking for details
    Feb
    2017
  • Missed call, checked online for details
    Feb
    2017
  • Recurs scam calls foiling them
    Feb
    2017
  • Continuous nuisance from call center
    Feb
    2017
  • Beware of scam Microsoft calls
    Feb
    2017
  • Received call from known scammer
    Feb
    2017
  • Scam calls from fake Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Unwanted call pretending to represent Windows
    Feb
    2017
  • Potential scam from fake Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious call claiming Microsoft support
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning about potential tech scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Repeated calls, automated hang-up response
    Feb
    2017
  • Pranking call centre scammers for entertainment
    Feb
    2017
  • Scam call from Microsoft impersonator
    Feb
    2017
  • Fraudulent call from fake Microsoft
    Feb
    2017
  • Unwanted silent automated nuisance calls
    Feb
    2017
  • Unnerving silent phone calls observed
    Feb
    2017
  • Robert, aggressive scam caller, Microsoft
    Jan
    2017
  • Unexpected silent call to telemarketer
    Jan
    2017
Number Of Searches: 477 Number Of Comments: 71 First Seen: 22 January 2017 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Clenchwarton(Norfolk), Crook of Devon(Perth and Kinross), Leake(North Yorkshire) and Tyle-garw(Rhondda Cynon Taff).

02356497987 has 71 comments of which 38 x negative and 33 x neutral

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02356497987 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 02356497987 👆 is reported as a persistent scam operation targeting UK residents with calls claiming to be from Microsoft or HMRC. Callers use aggressive tactics including background noise, recorded voice snippets, and threats of legal action to coerce victims into granting remote computer access or providing personal and banking details. Many report being called repeatedly, often multiple times daily, despite registration with the Telephone Preference Service. Calls frequently end silently or with abusive language if challenged. Victims are advised not to engage, open suspicious emails, or click links, and to report incidents to Action Fraud. The consensus warns strongly against trusting or returning calls from this number due to fraudulent intent and potential financial harm.

Reports on phone number 02356497987

10 years
They messaged me threatening legal action because I supposedly hadn’t paid for some stuff. They even played back a recording, which they’d somehow recorded earlier, where they claimed I gave permission for orders I never made. They sent fake emails too, with wrong delivery info at the top but then the right details about me further down - pretty sneaky. Don’t open those emails or click any links! I didn’t, and instead forwarded the unopened email straight to Action Fraud UK (City of London Police) and also informed my bank's fraud team.
Action Fraud UKCity of LondonPolice
10 years
Watch out for this one. I got a call with loads of noise in the background and someone with an Asian accent asked if I could hear them, so I said yeah. I was waiting for an important call so I picked up thinking it was that, but then the person said they were from Microsoft, so I just hung up straight away. The day after, our local newspaper shared a story from the Police Authority warning about a scam where the caller asks if you can hear them, and the police say the best thing is to just not answer and hang up.
MicrosoftPolice Authority
10 years
So basically, if you say yes on a call, your voice gets recorded electronically. After that, you might start getting scam emails telling you about purchases you supposedly made. If you question the email, and you click any link (which you really shouldn’t), they’ll play back a clip of you saying yes to different orders. It's all pretty sneaky and scary, so watch out and don’t open those emails or click anything.
10 years
If you ever say yes on a call, they can record your voice digitally and later send you scam emails about things you supposedly bought. Now, if you question these messages, and, I advise you not to click any links in those emails, they might play back your own voice saying yes to all these fake orders. It's a sneaky trick I wouldn’t fall for.
10 years
Today I got a call from this number. I asked the bloke twice where he was calling from cause I couldn't catch it, and he told me to fuck off three times! He said his name was Albert and claimed he was ringing about my Microsoft computer.
AlbertMicrosoft
10 years
I got a call from 02356497987 from someone claiming to be with Microsoft, saying they needed to access my computer remotely. Absolutely do not trust it, it's a total scam!!!
Microsoft
10 years
Got calls from some guy saying his name was Alex Smith, talking about issues with Microsoft Windows. Pretty funny since I don’t have any Windows devices at all. They ring me up roughly every 10 minutes, like 3 or 4 times throughout the day. I just leave it, don’t bother answering, and he never leaves a voicemail either. Honestly, it’s just really annoying. BT, seriously, we need some proper measures to stop these pest calls!
Alex SmithBT
10 years
This number rang me three times on my work phone. When I finally picked up, a guy named Kenneth was asking about my computer. He wanted to know if I was the primary user, but when I asked him what it was all regarding, he just ended the call. Bit weird, really.
Kenneth
10 years
Some bloke rang me up claiming he was from Microsoft, talking about my computer. I told him I don’t even own one, and then he just hung up on me.
Microsoft
10 years
Someone rang me earlier but ended the call right away.
10 years
Got a call from this number, they left some robotic message claiming to be HMRC, saying the tax office is taking me to court and I need to ring back immediately. Absolute rubbish if you ask me. How on earth do these scammy people evade consequences? There should be proper laws with real jail time for these types. I’d totally support that. It’s just plain scary and such unwelcome harassment!!!!!!
HMRC
10 years
Got a call from this really noisy call centre, some bloke claiming he worked for Microsoft. Said my computer was showing errors and he needed to get in remotely. Right away, I guessed it was dodgy.

It's actually a well-known trick, where they get you to open a prompt using the Windows key + R. After that, they can swipe all your personal data and then wipe your hard drive to hide what they did.

Just block and hang up if this number rings you.
Microsoft
10 years
They ring me up like 4 times daily. I picked up once and there was just silence, no one talking. Really fed up with them ringing non-stop every day now.
10 years
Got a call earlier today from this number, some bloke claiming my PC was downloading nasty stuff that would ruin it. He said he worked for Microsoft and my Windows was in danger. I hung around for a bit, but once he asked if I was near my computer so he could fix it remotely, I got fed up with the rubbish and told him to pass the message along to someone who actually owns a Microsoft device - which I don’t. He instantly hung up on me.
Microsoft
10 years
Got a ring from this number earlier, some bloke claiming he was from Microsoft trying to get me to do stuff on my computer. I told him I was tied up and couldn’t help, then he asked me which bank I use and all that. Didn’t fancy giving out any info, so I just kept chatting until he finally hung up on me.
Microsoft
10 years
I picked up the phone but there was nothing but silence on the other end before the person abruptly ended the call.
10 years
This number’s been ringing me twice just this morning and on other days I’ve had loads of calls from private numbers. They’re clearly up to no good, probably scammers, so they really should be reported to the proper fraud authorities. It’s weird though, as soon as I pick up, they just cut the call straight away. I’m making a note of all these calls now in case it’s needed for any legal stuff down the line.
Action Fraud
10 years
If I just leave the line open after they hang up, will it end up charging them?
10 years
Got a call from 02356497987 at about 8:45 this morning. This is like the third or fourth time this week alone, and I’m seriously sick of it, not to mention all the other calls I get that are just dead silence. When you pick up, you can hear people talking in the background but then they hang up right away. Why doesn’t BT do something to block these numbers? This has been going on for ages now.
10 years
For weeks now, I've been getting calls two or three times daily, without fail. The first time I picked up, I asked the bloke to remove me from their list, but he just said no and told me he'd keep ringing me. What a muppet! Seriously, why isn’t there anything that can be done to put an end to these idiots?
10 years
Over the last few days, this number kept ringing me, nearly 20 times missed calls, so I finally picked up. A guy started saying he was from Windows support and had this wild story about my PC being packed with viruses or some malware. He then asked to remotely access my laptop. I told him straight I didn’t believe him and that I'm actually a cop, and without a word of farewell, he just ended the call. Either Microsoft’s support team has gone downhill or this was someone trying to mess with my computer.
Microsoft
10 years
I got called by this number four times today. Every time I answered, there was nothing but silence, then they just hung up. A couple of weeks back, I received a fake Microsoft support call, so I reckon it’s probably the same scammers ringing again.
Microsoft
10 years
They keep ringing non stop. The moment my answer machine picks up, they just cut off. Honestly, I'm so done with it now.
10 years
Total rip off! They've rung my old folks three times already. The people on the line sounded Indian and were trying to con them into handing over bank, credit, or debit card info by claiming there are fake viruses on their computers. They keep saying they're with Microsoft or something like that.
Microsoft
10 years
I’ve been ignoring these calls for a while now since they seem to be coming more and more often. Honestly, it’s about time someone put a stop to these scammers.
10 years
Got a call from this bloke today, and instead of trying to pitch me something, he just went on a complete tirade, swearing and being downright rude for a good 10 minutes. I left him on the line because I didn’t want him bothering anyone else. Proper unpleasant character, honestly.
10 years
Today I got a call from this number, not long after I had another weird call from a different one. Lately, I've started a trick where I answer the phone but stay silent, just waiting to see if the caller says anything. Turns out, these shady numbers usually just drop the call if you don't speak first. I reckon the scammers use some sort of auto-dialer that only connects you fully if they hear you talk. Thought I'd share this in case it helps anyone else.
10 years
Some bloke called me saying his name was Alex and that he was ringing about windows. The connection was awful, so I kept telling him I couldn’t hear properly. Then he tried me back loads of times from different numbers, clearly trying to sweet-talk info out of me. You’d expect these scammers to invest in a decent phone line, but I reckon they’re nicking coms from somewhere else so they can’t be tracked. Numbers with Northern Ireland codes seem to be a favourite for them!
AlexNorthern Ireland
10 years
Since yesterday, I've been flooded with scam calls from three different numbers. This last one was the most recent. I played along for a bit before warning him I was contacting the police to track the call. He quickly turned nasty, started swearing, and then just ended the call. Hopefully, he gets what’s coming to him.
10 years
I got a call around midday from someone claiming to be from Windows, saying there were serious issues with my PC. They asked me to get on my computer so they could guide me through fixing it, but I just ended the call straight away.
10 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft, but it turned out to be a scam from India. Be careful!
MicrosoftIndia
10 years
Absolute muppets. When I said I'd report them to the cops, the bloke suddenly got really rude down the phone. Proper idiots, all of them.
10 years
Got a call from someone saying they were with the Windows team. Total scam, don’t trust it!
10 years
Sounds like they’re fishing for your bank info and all that stuff.
10 years
For the last couple of days, our office has been getting calls from people claiming to be Microsoft. They say they need to get into the user's computer. I just tell them I’m waiting for my PC to start up, then leave the phone beside me and keep with my work.
Microsoft
10 years
Got a call from this number just now, and the bloke was telling me my computer was getting a virus downloaded or something. Pretty soon I clocked it was a scam, so I played along for a bit. I acted like I was doing what he said, without actually touching my PC, obviously. Then when he asked what I was seeing on the screen, I said nothing at all. That set him off proper bad - it ended with him shouting loads of swear words and threats! Honestly, don’t pick up if this number rings you.
10 years
When I answered the phone, there was total silence on the line. Not long after, someone called again saying they were Victor from Windows support, claiming my PC had issues. I had a feeling it was dodgy, so I made sure not to follow any of their instructions on my computer. Checking the number with 1471 showed it was unknown, but it came just a bit after that weird silent call.
Victor
10 years
For the past week, I've been getting calls from this number around 8:20 every morning. Today was the first time I picked up and just croaked a quick 'hello'. There was no sound at all, just dead silence, then it hung up after about 5 seconds. Seeing the reviews here reminded me that a few weeks back I once answered during the afternoon and it was someone with an Indian accent talking about Microsoft, so I ended the call straight away. They’re definitely shady, and honestly, it’s really irritating.
IndiaMicrosoft
10 years
They keep ringing me up - today the voice was all muffled like they were calling from underwater or something. I couldn’t make out a single word, so I asked who it was but couldn’t hear a thing, then just ended the call. Total rubbish call, so I gave them a taste of their own medicine. It’s raining cats and dogs here in the UK, maybe that’s messing with their signal or maybe it’s some sort of monsoon where they’re calling from?? Weird!
UK
10 years
Avoid these people, it's a total con trick. They come up with some nonsense about malware from Microsoft and try to hack into your computer. Best thing is to notify the police about them.
Microsoft
10 years
This number has called me three times within a week. Every time I told them I wasn’t interested. The last time, I asked the guy to say my name, and he said Sheila - which is totally wrong! Then he just dropped the call.
Sheila
10 years
Definitely steer clear of these folks, it's gotta be a scam for sure. No question about it.
Steer
10 years
I picked up the phone and caught some noise in the background. I said hello a couple of times but got no response and then the call just ended.
10 years
Got a call from some guy who said his name was Peter, claiming it was about my computer. I told him I don't even have one, and he just hung up on me. This has happened twice in just two days now.
Peter
10 years
Twice this week the phone has rung with someone claiming to be from TechDepartments, mentioning issues with our computer.
10 years
I got a call earlier this morning around 8.30 and then, annoyingly, they rang me back at 2 in the afternoon! This time my husband picked up, but the caller just mumbled a few words before hanging up immediately! I looked up the area code and it’s from Maharashtra, India. It’s so infuriating not being able to say anything back since they just drop the line! Feels like proper harassment. Has anyone reported this sort of thing to Ofcom before?
MaharashtraIndiaOfcom
10 years
Got a call from some Asian call centre bloke saying he was from Microsoft. I kept him chatting for like ten minutes, then he suddenly told me to f#ck off and slammed the phone down.
Microsoft
10 years
Got a call around half past eight today. I answered and the bloke just said good morning with an Asian accent, then hung up straight away. What’s the point in ringing if you’re just gonna drop the call? I could hear loads of chatter and noise behind him, like a whole call centre going on. Seems like they’re hoping you ring back on some expensive number. I’m on the TPS but I reckon these scammers just have a list of random numbers and keep dialing them one after another.
10 years
For the past couple of months, I swear this number has been blowing up my phone nearly every single day. It’s really wearing me out. Instead of snapping at them, I decided to answer the phone the 6th time in a day but spoke to them in Welsh, not English. They hung up straight away and I didn’t hear from them again for almost three weeks. Of course, now they’re back at it again. I honestly don’t get how people stand this nonsense. These scammers are the worst.
10 years
Beware of this number, they pretend to be from Microsoft and try to trick you into giving access to your computer. Just hang up straight away because all they want is to get into your PC and steal your info! Don’t fall for their scam.
Microsoft
10 years
It was pretty obvious this call came from somewhere like India, judging by the accent. He started with a "how are you today?" I answered back with "who’s this?" (I'm on the do-not-call list and my number's ex-directory). Then he went on about my computer needing attention or something. I just told him to buzz off and hung up. Sorted!
IndiaTPS
10 years
Today my phone rang and when I picked up, there was someone saying "hello? hello?" but then they just hung up without saying anything else. It wasn’t a robotic voice or anything, just a person.
10 years
I got a call earlier and when I picked up, there was someone speaking, not a robot or anything, just saying "hello? hello?" and then they suddenly hung up.
10 years
I got a call on Saturday (4th Feb 2017) and again this morning (6th Feb) from someone claiming to be with MS. They were saying my computer had errors showing up. When I asked where they got my number from, they just hung up on me. Don’t share any info with these folks, it’s definitely a scam.
Microsoft
10 years
I saw the missed call but didn’t answer. Then I looked it up here. I’m on the TPS and my number’s ex-directory anyway.
TPS
10 years
A bunch of times before, and just lately again, these lot keep ringing me claiming they’re from Microsoft. I tell them I actually work for Microsoft and then they just cut me off. Proper daft folks with an Asian accent, if you ask me.
Microsoft
10 years
It's such a pain, they ring up multiple times daily even tho I'm on the TPS list. Total scam, those callers sound like they're from some dodgy call centre with an Asian accent. Honestly, why is nothing being done to stop this?
Telephone Preference Service
10 years
Got a call from someone saying they were with Microsoft, but it was totally dodgy. Best to just hang up straight away, definitely a scam.
Microsoft
10 years
Got a ring from this number earlier today, some guy with an accent said he wanted to talk about my computer. I instantly saw through the usual scam and, not in the best mood, told him to jog on and ended the call straight away.
10 years
this week ive gotten phone calls almost everyday from folks saying they are with microsoft, and today alone ive been rung up 3 times, 2 of which were from this very number. they try to trick you into turning your computer on so they can "help" remove viruses or malware. seriously dont fall for it, once they get access, they can steal all your personal info. be careful out there!
Microsoft
10 years
i got a call off janet, sounded like she was from a windows support centre, could hear loads of chatter behind her. this was like the second time that same number had rung me. so i decided to have a laugh, pretended i wasn’t savvy at all just to wind her up. she was going on about some malware i’d caught from my internet surfing. i just let her keep blabbering, then casually said i actually use a mac - that’s when she cut me off sharpish. honestly, don’t get caught out by these idiots!
Janet
10 years
I got a call from someone claiming to be with Microsoft saying there was some sort of virus on my computer? Seems dodgy to me.
Microsoft
10 years
I've been getting calls from this number on and off. Every time I pick up, all I get is a robotic 'goodbye' before the line just cuts out. Strange behaviour if you ask me.
10 years
Got a call from this number earlier, bloke with an Asian accent and loads of background noise like a call centre. Said he was ringing from Microsoft and claimed my computer had been infecting my banking info with viruses for weeks. Offered to sort it out for me. When i told him i don’t have a computer at all, he just hung up on me! Bit suspicious if you ask me.
Microsoft
10 years
Somebody just called me pretending to be from Microsoft, telling me my computer has a virus or something. Really dodgy if you ask me!
Microsoft
10 years
Got a call from this number today, some bloke claiming to be from Windows. I just hung up straight away, but knowing how it is, they’ll probably ring back. What bugs me is how they managed to get my old number from the phone book. Strange how they find you nowadays.
10 years
Got a call where not a word was spoken. Honestly, it was pretty unsettling.
10 years
got a call off a guy, sounded asian, said he worked for windows support. i told him he was trying to scam me and just ended the call straight away.
10 years
Got a call that was totally silent, probably one of those automated spam calls. It’s really annoying since I’ve had my number on the telephone preference service for more than 2 years now, so we really shouldn’t be getting these.
10 years
got a call from a bloke named robert, sounded asian or something. he claimed he was from microsoft support but was proper nasty. he swore at me twice, told me to f##k off and then called me a stupid f#####9 woman before just hanging up. this kind of behaviour has to be dealt with, it really upset me.
RobertMicrosoft
10 years
On the 30th of November, 2017, I answered the phone and said hello a couple of times, but there was complete silence. After a moment, I heard background noise like it was being routed to a call centre. I quickly ended the call before anyone said anything.

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