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02983680545

☎️ 02983680545 👆 is not a valid (Unknown) United Kingdom Phone Number. It has a prefix of 029.

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TimeLine of events for phone number 02983680545

  • Scam call about computer virus
    Dec
    2014
  • Scam call about computer cleaning
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about computer problems
    Nov
    2014
  • Still receiving calls from them
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious computer repair call received
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam asking for credit card information
    Nov
    2014
  • Received call from Asian scammers
    Nov
    2014
  • Received suspicious call from Microsoft
    Nov
    2014
  • Call ended abruptly; now blocked
    Nov
    2014
  • User comments on abusive interaction
    Nov
    2014
  • Stop receiving monthly calls, please
    Nov
    2014
  • Unsolicited aggressive phone call
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call from fake Microsoft
    Nov
    2014
  • Unwanted calls, no messages left
    Nov
    2014
  • Missed second call, didn't answer
    Nov
    2014
  • Unexpected tech support scam experience
    Nov
    2014
  • Annoying callers; hung up on them
    Nov
    2014
  • Abusive caller, repeated seven times
    Nov
    2014
  • Received threat from violent scammer
    Nov
    2014
  • Genuine company, poor marketing strategy
    Nov
    2014
  • Received threatening call, violence implied
    Nov
    2014
  • Received unwanted call, hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Received suspicious call from India
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about hacking issue
    Nov
    2014
  • Ignored call, appreciated the advice
    Nov
    2014
  • Ignored recent call from JT
    Nov
    2014
  • Office staff handled spam call wisely
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about non-existent virus
    Nov
    2014
  • Caller identified as a scam
    Nov
    2014
  • Received scam call during conversation
    Nov
    2014
  • Had fun entertaining scam call
    Nov
    2014
  • User warning about potential scam
    Nov
    2014
  • Unhelpful, cut off after response
    Nov
    2014
  • Beware of remote hacking scams
    Nov
    2014
  • Called multiple times, no answer
    Nov
    2014
  • Windows scam with rude response
    Nov
    2014
  • Concern about unsolicited phone calls
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspected scam call received
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about computer issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Annoying silent calls received weekly
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call encountered, threatened police
    Nov
    2014
  • Abusive, foreign callers with confusion
    Nov
    2014
  • Indian scam call, laptop false issue
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call, male hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call from alleged technician
    Nov
    2014
  • Caller hung up, number unrecognized
    Nov
    2014
  • Missed call from unknown scammer
    Nov
    2014
  • Missed call from Worcestershire number
    Nov
    2014
  • Threatening retaliation against callers
    Nov
    2014
  • Scammers confronted, user hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Uses whistle to cause disruption
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call, blocked number
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious Asian caller hangs up quickly
    Nov
    2014
  • Received suspicious call from scammer
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about computer viruses
    Nov
    2014
  • Frustration with scam call experience
    Nov
    2014
  • Hung up on suspicious caller
    Nov
    2014
  • Asian-sounding caller, computer scam hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Unwanted technical support scam call
    Nov
    2014
  • Scammer impersonating computer support department
    Nov
    2014
  • Microsoft calls are scams; beware
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call from fake support
    Nov
    2014
  • Unsolicited call for computer cleaning
    Nov
    2014
  • Annoying persistent caller, humorous response
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam calls offering PC fixes
    Nov
    2014
  • Missed call; plan to prank
    Nov
    2014
  • Caller clueless about phone number
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious Microsoft call, hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious Microsoft caller, warning friends
    Nov
    2014
  • Missed call, wished to respond
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call with rude response
    Nov
    2014
  • Received call, likely computer scam
    Nov
    2014
  • Abusive caller, Indian accent noted
    Nov
    2014
  • Caller hung up when "police" mentioned
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about computer issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Beware of computer access scam
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call about computer issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Aggressive scam call about malware
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call from fake support
    Nov
    2014
  • Abusive caller, illegal number acquisition
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call, feared fraud activity
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call about internet issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Avoid TeamViewer, hang up immediately
    Nov
    2014
  • Police refer fraud reports elsewhere
    Nov
    2014
  • Reported fraud to ActionFraud successfully
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call from fake company
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call with IT department
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call, hung up quickly
    Nov
    2014
  • Received silent call from number
    Nov
    2014
  • Received call, hung up immediately
    Nov
    2014
  • Annoyed, hung up on caller
    Nov
    2014
  • Received harassment call notification
    Nov
    2014
  • Received unsolicited call, knew name
    Nov
    2014
  • Caller claimed to monitor online activity
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam involving remote computer control
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call, avoid this number
    Nov
    2014
  • Inconvenient calls, no messages received
    Nov
    2014
  • Spam call about computer issue
    Nov
    2014
  • Fraudulent calls from unknown number
    Nov
    2014
  • Unwanted call from computer support
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call, avoid this number
    Nov
    2014
  • Aggressive scam caller, non-English speaker
    Nov
    2014
  • Company hung up on inquiry
    Nov
    2014
  • Receiving annoying calls, suspecting phishing
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious calls from persistent scammer
    Nov
    2014
  • User speculates names might be Shehata
    Nov
    2014
  • Received call, then hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious tech support phone call
    Nov
    2014
  • Miscommunication led to frustration
    Nov
    2014
  • Caller apologized and quickly hung up
    Nov
    2014
  • Argument over computer scam call
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call, beware of caller
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call about computer issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call about computer virus
    Nov
    2014
  • Reported scam call: false virus claims
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call claiming to be Microsoft
    Nov
    2014
  • Glasgow calls are persistent, unresponsive
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call experience, playful distraction
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam attempt, user wasn't fooled
    Nov
    2014
  • Curious about caller's number source
    Nov
    2014
  • Beware of computer access scams
    Nov
    2014
  • Beware of potential internet scam
    Nov
    2014
  • Lloyds staff warns of scam
    Nov
    2014
  • Call center scam about PC issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Scammers posing as "global help"
    Nov
    2014
  • Scam call about non-existent virus
    Nov
    2014
  • Frequent unwanted calls about computers
    Nov
    2014
  • Scammers trying to access laptop
    Nov
    2014
  • Indian scam call, don't engage
    Nov
    2014
  • Received call, no one spoke
    Nov
    2014
  • Negative experience with phone call
    Nov
    2014
  • Chinese woman fixing "compuper" issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Scammers; avoid granting access completely
    Nov
    2014
  • German dialing code identified, suspicious
    Nov
    2014
  • Ignore suspicious computer security calls
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call, rude response, unsolicited
    Oct
    2014
  • Suspicious call, aggressive response, beware
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam call from Microsoft impersonator
    Oct
    2014
  • Suspicious call about computer windows
    Oct
    2014
  • Frequent calls from Indian number
    Oct
    2014
  • Scamming idiot, like others mentioned
    Oct
    2014
  • Received suspicious call, hung up
    Oct
    2014
  • Received scam call; caller unprofessional
    Oct
    2014
  • Caller hung up after silence
    Oct
    2014
  • Windows Support scammer shouted at me
    Oct
    2014
  • Scammer attempted remote access software
    Oct
    2014
  • Received threatening scam call again
    Oct
    2014
  • Received scam call pretending Microsoft
    Oct
    2014
  • Technician named Rang mentioned
    Oct
    2014
  • Receiving unwanted calls despite registration
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam call from Indian man
    Oct
    2014
  • Elderly neighbor targeted by scam
    Oct
    2014
  • Beware of expensive calls! Scam!
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam calls claiming Microsoft support
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam call; aggressive behavior reported
    Oct
    2014
  • Fake Microsoft call, IT security aware
    Oct
    2014
  • Suspicious caller claiming to be Sam
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam call posing as technician
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam call impersonating Virgin Media technician
    Oct
    2014
  • Inquiring about unfamiliar individual's identity
    Oct
    2014
  • Warning: Attempted scam with software
    Oct
    2014
  • Police took report but unlikely follow-up
    Oct
    2014
  • Lack of confidence in fairness
    Oct
    2014
  • Unwanted computer upgrade; interaction turned abusive
    Oct
    2014
  • Not replying to suspected virus
    Oct
    2014
Number Of Searches: 203 Number Of Comments: 162 First Seen: 30 September 2014 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Bankhead(Glasgow), Burton Ferry(Pembrokeshire) and Llangybi(Ceredigion).

02983680545 has 162 comments of which 112 x neutral and 49 x negative and 1 x positive

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02983680545 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 02983680545 👆 is reported as a persistent and aggressive scam targeting UK residents, claiming to be from Microsoft, Windows, or various technical support organisations. Callers, often with Indian or Asian accents, allege your computer is infected or running slow and attempt to gain remote access to install malware or steal financial details. Many recipients note abusive behaviour if challenged, and repeated calls despite being on the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). Users are urged not to engage, avoid sharing any personal or financial information, and to report calls to Action Fraud or the police. Several commenters successfully wasted scammers’ time or hung up immediately. The consensus is that this number is linked to fraudulent activity seeking to exploit unsuspecting individuals through fear and deception.

Reports on phone number 02983680545

12 years
I got a call saying my computer had viruses because my Norton didn’t work with Windows. They offered to fix it for 9 years at £160. They asked for my card details but I said I’d send a cheque if they gave me their address. They called themselves Streetwise Marketing from Derby. It’s definitely a scam. I told them I reported them to the fraud police. Since then, I keep getting weird calls every day from 02036300265 and 02036300298 but I just don’t pick up.
Streetwise MarketingDerby
12 years
This bloke rings me up saying he's there to sort out some issue with my computer! I told him I don’t even own a PC, and he goes, “What do you use at home then?” I told him again, no computer at all. Next thing, he just hangs up on me!
12 years
We run a computer repair shop with two phone lines. Out of the blue, an Asian bloke rang on line one claiming there were issues with my computer! He was quickly told off and advised to sort himself out in a not-so-polite way. Then, barely five minutes later, the same fool called the second line. Since our number shows up on their screen, my mate picked up and gave him the exact same rude reply. Sadly, there’s always some poor sod who falls for these scams.
12 years
They called me just now, so looks like they haven't stopped yet.
12 years
Got a call earlier today at my Dad’s place. The bloke asked about my computer and I said it was fine. Then he started going on about Microsoft and viruses needing cleaning up, all that usual rubbish. He said if I switched on the computer now, he’d wait as long as needed. I told him, “Mate, where did you get this number? It’s my Dad’s, and he hasn’t got a computer.” I explained I do have one but don’t live here. Suddenly he got really angry, acting like it was my fault for picking up the phone. Kept going on that I shouldn’t have answered, but I tried to say he shouldn’t have called in the first place because it’s a scam. He kept shouting louder and then just hung up. I redialled to catch the number - total scam!
Microsoft
12 years
SCAM ALERT.
Be careful, they try to get your card details saying they’ll repair your computer!!!
12 years
Some bloke called me from this number, his English was terrible. He kept saying he was from Microsoft support or something like that. When I asked him to explain properly, he just said it had to do with my Windows laptop. I told him I wasn’t interested and don’t think so, then he just ended the call. Totally strange and clueless what he wanted. Bit relieved he hung up first, honestly.
Microsoft
12 years
Got a call off some bloke claiming he needed to fix my computer. When I asked who sent him, he wouldn't say which company supposedly authorised the call. He was also super eager to know if my number was for business or personal use. I just ended the call straight away.
12 years
This number keeps calling me every month, it's so annoying. Anyone know how to make them quit?
12 years
I got a call from this number earlier. Some lady asked about my computer, and I was like, "what computer?" Then she yelled at me, "your f***ing computer!" and just cut me off. Well, she didn’t waste time with me at least! Proper rude behaviour!
12 years
The caller started off asking about our computer, then got a bit nasty when I said "sorry, we only have iPads here."
12 years
Today, I got a phone call from this number with someone claiming to be from Microsoft. They said my computer was sending signals about some speed issues, which sounded really dodgy to me. I told them nicely that my PC was fine and ended the call quickly. I tried ringing the number (02983680545) back, but it didn’t go through at all. After that, I contacted the official Microsoft Helpline to check what was going on, but honestly, they were super unhelpful and didn’t seem to care at all. Pretty shocking really!
Microsoft
12 years
This number keeps ringing me, but I just don't pick up since it’s not one I know. It always ends up going to voicemail, but there’s never any message left. After checking out this site, I’m really relieved I didn’t pick up!
12 years
I picked up but ended up hanging up straight away. Blocked the number after that.
12 years
I keep getting calls about issues with my computer, really annoying stuff. These people need to be stopped for good. Luckily, I’ve caught on now, so I just hang up on them straight away.
12 years
This person was really rude and kept ringing me back like 7 times. They seriously need to just quit it.
12 years
Had a long chat with someone from this firm. They kicked off with the usual rehearsed lines about 'checking the event log, looks like your system is infected'. I told him to stop with the nonsense since I work in IT and asked straight what they were selling. He then told me his company is based in India but also has offices here in the UK. They offer phone and remote online PC support, including data recovery, all for a fair monthly fee paid by direct debit, which you can cancel anytime. He mentioned they do this because a lot of PC users have no idea how to avoid problems. Seems like a legit company, just not very good at marketing. IT work is really picking up in India right now.
IndiaUK
12 years
Cheers for the heads-up about that number. Just got a call from it about five minutes ago, gave it a miss. JT, East Sussex.
East Sussex
12 years
Someone from India rang me on my home phone, warning loudly about a virus on my computer. I didn’t trust it one bit and just ended the call straight away. Felt dodgy right from the start.
India
12 years
Just got a call like that about 5 mins ago, decided to leave it unanswered. Cheers, JT from East Sussex.
CheersEast Sussex
12 years
Just got my second call today around 7.40pm, didn’t pick up again, was from JT East Sussex.
JTEast Sussex
12 years
Just got a call like that! I didn't even waste time chatting, just ended the call immediately. Can't understand why some folks hire these people with Indian accents to ring up strangers and cause bother, plus tryna steal personal info. It's mad!
12 years
Just got a call from some dodgy bloke who started threatening me as soon as I called him out. Proper unpleasant stuff.
12 years
Called my workplace yesterday... they have loads of phones all linked with numbers one after another so you hear about 10 ring all at once.

Luckily the folks here know their stuff. A few just dropped the call immediately, while others pretended to be interested just to mess about and frustrate the caller.
12 years
Just had some dodgy scammer ring me up, and when I called him out, he started threatening me with violence. Proper nasty bloke.
12 years
Got a call from some bloke claiming my computer was infected and I needed to switch it on right away so he could fix it. I just said "No, cheers, everything's fine" and ended the call. Then he rang back straight away, asking why I’d cut him off and kept insisting there was a problem with my PC and all I had to do was turn it on to see it myself! I just laughed and told him to stop wasting his time and not to call again. He gave it one more shot but then gave up. Honestly, sounds like a rubbish gig this guy’s got :D
12 years
Picked up but kept quiet, sounded like an Indian trying to pull a fast one. Wouldn’t recommend sharing any personal info with them.
India
12 years
Just got back and as usual I rang 1471 to see if I missed any calls while I was out. Couldn't find my phone book so I tried looking up where this number was from, and that’s when I found your page saying it’s a scam. The call was at 5.15pm on Wednesday the 19th. I’m 73 years old and it really worries me. Thanks for having this page to warn people.
12 years
It was just like the other times people mentioned. I pretended not to know and asked for the number, saying my son handles all the computer stuff and he’d ring back. Then they told me to ‘make a note of it’. Right after that, the line went dead.
12 years
I had a right laugh with these lot. They claimed my computer was slow and had a virus, and I just played along. Switched on the PC as they said, the homepage loaded in about 6 seconds but I acted like it was super slow and begged for help. Then I told them the PC wouldn’t even start properly, threw in a bit of panic for effect. Said I was dead chuffed they’d called me. After about 25 minutes, I thanked them for making the time fly - told them I'd even done my online shopping while chatting. I can’t stand doing that usually, but they made it oddly fun. Asked if they’d ring me next week for another round... Absolutely priceless!
12 years
I was on the phone with my sister when my phone started ringing from this number, I have caller ID and could tell someone was trying to break in. Suddenly the call with my sister dropped but the phone kept ringing from this same number. Luckily I accidentally picked up instead of ending it. When I looked up the number online afterwards it turned out to be a scam.
12 years
Some folks rang me up pretending to be from “Windows” and said they'd sort my computer security for a hundred quid and that’d cover me for like 9 years. I told them no, and the bloke shouted “get lost and drop the phone” before hanging up. Proper rude!
12 years
They called me like six times, but on the last four tries they just ended the call right away.
12 years
Some guy from India called me saying my computer was full of viruses or running slow, trying to get me to give access. I reckon it’s a trick to sneak malware onto your PC and steal your banking info. Don’t fall for it, just cut the call straight away. They make up all sorts of rubbish about your machine being sick when it’s not true at all.
12 years
My mum got a call from some weird number but she was a bit slow answering so didn’t pick up. I was around and decided to look up the number online. Since my mum is on the TPS, it’s confusing why they’re still calling her, especially after seeing all the bad reviews about this number. How are these calls still happening?
Telephone Preference Service
12 years
I’ve just begun doing remote work and every week I get these calls where nobody says a word, then they just hang up. Another annoying one I get says 'Barclays...' at the start, but I usually just ignore it and hang up straight away. It’s so maddening how people think it’s okay to waste our time like that.
12 years
Got a call from this number earlier, and I'm pretty sure it's just another scam. Can anyone confirm?
12 years
I just got a call from a bloke with an Asian accent using this number. He was saying my computer had some kind of virus and was sluggish, plus something about my internet. When I asked him which company my broadband was with, he couldn't give me a straight answer. I told him I'd ring the police if he didn’t stop. Then he started yelling, "Be quiet, miss… switch your PC on right now," so I just ended the call.
12 years
I just got a call from a bloke with an Indian accent claiming he was from some "www" or something, saying there was an issue with my laptop. He asked me to turn it on so he could fix it remotely. I told him my laptop isn’t even here with me. He said he'll ring back later tonight. Well, at least now I’m wise enough not to pick up when I don’t recognise the number!
12 years
Had this bloke on the phone earlier who sounded Indian, claiming he's from the main server of my computer or something, saying my PC was lagging and he could fix it. Thing is, my laptop is barely three days old and runs smoothly as anything. I asked him to drop me a letter instead, but he couldn’t even get my address right. Eventually, I told him where to shove it and ended the call. Fingers crossed he doesn’t bother my dad - he’d lose his rag proper quick! :)
12 years
Got a call from a guy with an Indian accent claiming to be from w.w.w. He said there was an issue with my computer. When I asked him to give me his phone number, he just ended the call. Bit suspicious if you ask me!
IndiaW. W. W
12 years
While I was busy at work, someone with an accent rang me and said they’d phone again later. When they called back, what they said didn’t add up because I don’t have any issues with my computer. Then they handed me over to a manager, who also sounded foreign. I kept asking how they got my number, but she started swearing and was quite rude. To this day, I still have no clue where they got my details from.
12 years
Some bloke rang me up with an Indian accent, claiming there was something wrong with my computer and that he could fix it. When I asked where he was calling from, he said Microsoft Office in Birmingham, which sounded odd to me. I told him my PC was fine and then he just ended the call. Felt a bit dodgy if you ask me.
Microsoft OfficeBirmingham
12 years
I saw a missed call from this dodgy number but didn’t pick up since I didn’t recognise it. Appreciate everyone’s comments, now I’ve got a clue how to handle it if they ring back!
12 years
My work phone just got a call from this number, but the caller dropped right after I mentioned the garage's name. Tried ringing back but the number didn’t show up as valid.
12 years
Checked the 1471 tonight and saw I missed a call from this number earlier today around 2:05pm (UK time). The call came through somewhere in the Bromsgrove part of Worcestershire.
UK TimeBromsgroveWorcestershire
12 years
Just had a call from these muppets again. If they manage to connect, they’re gonna regret it because I’ve been in IT for more than two decades. I’m thinking I’ll ask for their website details next time, see if a bit of a DDOS attack might teach them a lesson. That normally sorts them out pretty quick.
12 years
These were total scammers. As soon as they started, I said I wasn’t interested and they just told me to hang up. I told the bloke to get lost and ended the call myself.
12 years
I just got a call from a guy with an Indian accent who claimed my computer was running really slow, apparently because of my server. I asked what server he meant, and he told me to wait on the line - then I heard the call drop noise. I ended the call right away. I've added that number to my blocked calls list on my phone now, so if they try ringing back, they'll just get a busy tone before being cut off.
12 years
Just like a lot of others, I had a call from a guy who sounded Asian on our office phone. He said he was from some kind of computer support or tech team. But as soon as I told him this was a business number, he just hung up immediately. Not long after that, my coworker got the same call, asking for his IP address. Weird how they did the same thing right away.
12 years
I do the exact same thing but with a whistle, a little trick my mum got from a mate in the police! It kinda blocks out their hearing for a bit... fair enough really, they deserve it!
12 years
Got a ring from this number earlier, some bloke with an Indian accent saying he was from tech support for my PC. I told him to jog on straight away, and then he had the nerve to say I was the one wasting his time! Honestly, I’m this close to phoning back pretending to be a copper. What a bloody scammer!
12 years
Just had some guy with a strong Indian accent call me, going on about problems with my laptop - which I don’t even own! The moment I told him that, he promptly ended the call. I’m baffled how these muppets even get a phone line. Someone really needs to shut down their operation and tell them to find a proper job!
12 years
Got a call today from some bloke claiming to be my internet company, saying my PC was infected with loads of viruses. Asked me to switch on my computer, but when I refused, he just said “Alright then” and ended the call. Honestly hope he ended up footing the bill for that one!
12 years
I got a call from some so-called tech support lot sayin' my computer was running slowly and needed to be turned on for them to 'fix' it. Like I’d fall for that nonsense! Told them if my PC was that bad I'd just go and buy another one. Then the person just hung up on me. Anyone knows how to block these annoying calls for good?
12 years
This number rang me just now, and it was the same kind of Indian-accented bloke. I cut him off straight away and ended the call. Honestly, they should be blocked for good.
India
12 years
Got a call from this bloke with a really strong Indian accent, claiming he was from some tech support for my computer. I was like, "Hang on, you don’t even know what machine I’m using!" Total nonsense, so I just ended the call. If he rings back again, I’m definitely gonna tell him I’m reporting it to the cops, then actually do it. Wish there was a proper way to put a stop to these dodgy scammers once and for all.
12 years
Got a call from some bloke with an Asian accent, claiming my PC was running slow, which it definitely wasn’t. Told him so, and he just ended the call straight away. Same old story like all the other calls I get.
12 years
Today I got a call from 02983680545, and the person on the other end was really polite, saying they'd assist with cleaning up my computer. I was almost about to play along, but thought better of it! I told them I’m registered with the TPS and warned I'd take legal action if they rang back. That seemed to make them quickly drop the call. After a quick search online, it turns out plenty of others have had dodgy experiences with this number too - someone asking to get into your computer? Sounds fishy to me!
TPS
12 years
I've gotten calls like this loads of times, and just so you know, Microsoft or Windows don't ring people up out of the blue. They're just trying to trick you into giving them access to your PC so they can put malware on it and then demand money to fix it. The easiest way to deal with it is to say you don't own any computer or laptop at all - they can't really check what you've got anyway.
Microsoft
12 years
Had a call from some bloke saying he was from my computer support team, which was total nonsense. The guy had an Indian accent and tried to convince me he worked for Sky, but I’m ex-directory so I reckon they're just dialing random numbers. Told him straight up he was talking rubbish and ended the call.
Computer SupportSky
12 years
These callers really don't know when to quit! I told the chap from India in a quite polite way to basically jog on, but he just kept ringing back. Eventually, I said sorry for being a bit sharp earlier and suggested he chuck his bunch of Windows PCs over the edge before doing a belly flop off a cliff, but with an Apple Mac stuck to him for some cushioning.
12 years
This number keeps ringing me up saying they can sort out issues with my computer. When I ask who they actually are or where they’re calling from, the person on the other end starts getting a bit nasty. The caller ID was (029) 8368 0545.
12 years
This number popped up on my phone earlier, missed call and all, so I decided to look it up and stumbled across this site. Next time they ring me back, I’m planning to act like I don’t know anything about computers and just mess with them for as long as possible. Should be quite entertaining!
12 years
Earlier today my phone rang but I missed the call. So I did a 1471 and then looked up the number on this website. Honestly, I kind of regret not answering because I would’ve liked to chat with the bloke and maybe even wish him and his family well.
12 years
Got a call from 02983680545 and it seemed fishy right away. I told the person there was no computer here, and they ended the call pretty quick. They claimed to be from Microsoft, but yeah, sure right!
Microsoft
12 years
Got a call from a woman with an Indian accent who was swearing aggressively, kept saying things like "f--- you" over and over. Proper rude, not sure what was going on there.
12 years
Got a call from a bloke with an Indian accent claiming there was an issue with my computer. We went back and forth for a bit, and then he just ended the call after shouting something like, “I was just tryna help, but screw you!” Proper rude!
12 years
Haha, these folks are proper clueless. When I asked where he got my number from, he reckoned it was my IP address. I was like, seriously??? That’s quite funny given my IP keeps switching ’cause I’m usually roaming. He was totally lost for words then. I just told him to kindly bugger off before I ended the call. And to top it off, he claimed he was with Windows, but not Microsoft! Absolute joke.
HahaMicrosoft
12 years
Got a call like the one mentioned here. As soon as I said "police," they immediately ended the call!
12 years
Got a call from this number earlier, sounded like a guy with an Indian accent saying he was from Microsoft. When I asked him where he got my digits from, he just kept going on about some problem with my PC. I straight up told him I never asked for a call and that he better not ring me again, then I ended the call. I’m gonna put up a heads-up on all my socials to make sure my mates and family don’t fall for this rubbish.
Microsoft
12 years
Today, I got a call from these folks and they kept insisting I switch on my computer. I told them no, and then the guy got all angry, threatening to sell my Windows licence if I didn't comply. Honestly, it sounded like a total scam to me. By the way, I'm a Virgin customer.
Virgin
12 years
Earlier today, I got a ring from a guy who sounded Asian, claiming my computer had loads of problems making it slow and he needed to get in to fix it. I told him straight up I wasn’t falling for it and that it was dodgy, then he just cut me off right away. **********Just a heads up, this is 100% a scam so watch out!**********
12 years
Today I got a call from this number, some bloke with an Indian accent claiming he was from "computer tech support." He said my computer was infected with viruses and that’s why it was running slow. I played along for a bit, curious what he wanted me to do. When he started asking me to go online, I figured he was gonna try and get me onto some sketchy site. I told him straight up that he was a scammer and told him never to ring me again. Maybe next time I’ll humour him a bit more to see how far he tries to take it.
12 years
Got a call from some guy with an Asian accent who claimed there was an issue with my computer. I told him I hadn’t reached out to anyone and quickly ended the call.
12 years
I just got a really rude call from this number. The bloke on the phone didn't say the company name clearly, and when I asked him to say it again, he just kept rambling on. I cut him off and asked where he got my number from, and he told me just to listen. When I asked again, he started shouting at me to be quiet and listen. I told him he must have my number illegally because I had it blocked. He got even more annoyed and yelled, so I ended the call there. I found out the number through 1471 and a quick Google search, which brought me to this site. Honestly, it’s either a persistent spam call or possibly something dodgy.
Google
12 years
This number rang me up today claiming they’d been monitoring my laptop and internet for viruses. They said they were from some kind of PC network and insisted I turn my laptop and wifi on immediately. I wasn’t having any of it and told them it sounded like a con, saying I’d report them. The caller, who spoke with an Asian accent, got quite pushy, demanding I power up my computer. It’s scary to think anyone might actually believe this rubbish!
12 years
I just got a ring from 0098 368 0545, some bloke with an Indian accent claiming to be tech support for my computer. When I said I didn’t own a computer, he switched to saying it was my laptop. I told him flat out I don’t have either, then he asked if I had any kind of computer at all. I told him again no and ended the call. Pretty sure this is a scam.
12 years
TeamViewer is software that lets folks see your screen remotely. I’d seriously advise against doing what they say. Just end the call straight away.
12 years
I rang the police non-urgent line to let them know about this, but they told me to get in touch with 'ActionFraud' instead - they deal with fraud and scams for the police, or so they said. The number I got for them was 00301232040. The first call didn’t connect, but the next time it went through alright.
ActionFraud
12 years
Got a call out the blue from someone claiming theres a problem with my internet. I asked who they were and they instantly cut me off. Been getting this warning on my laptop for two days saying hackers are behind some fraud stuff. Proper worrying to think someone might be watching me! Now I'm even suspicious if this website could be linked to their trick somehow!
12 years
This number just gave me a call but there was absolutely no sound on the other end.
12 years
I was told to visit www.actionfraud.police.uk because apparently the police don’t handle fraud reports themselves anymore, you have to report it through that site now. The person I spoke to was really friendly and did their best to help me out.
12 years
Been getting loads of annoying calls from this number. Proper harassment.
12 years
Got a call from someone claiming they knew I was having broadband issues. When I told them I didn’t recognise the number, they just hung up on me. For the past couple of days, my laptop keeps warning me it’s been hacked by scammers. It’s pretty unsettling to think someone might be watching what I’m doing!
12 years
Got a ring from this number, ended up just putting the phone down without saying a word.
12 years
When they called, I just chuckled and said, ‘Can we make this quick? I’m really tied up.’ Then he wanted to know how I was, and I just replied that I’m busy. Before he could say anything else, I told him my computer’s fine and hung up.
12 years
I got a call earlier from a bloke with an accent I couldn't quite place, and his English was pretty ropey. He said he was checking his server and claimed my computer was riddled with viruses. When I asked where he’d got my number from and who exactly he worked for, he just ended the call straight away.
12 years
I just got a ring from this number, with a man speaking with an Indian accent saying he’s from some ‘global company’. He was going on about how there were loads of issues with my laptop or computer and that they needed to take it away. I’ve had calls like this before, but this was the first time their number actually showed up on 1471. When I asked for a proper contact number, the guy just went off on a load of rubbish, so I ended the call. Just a heads-up, there’s a scam going around where they don’t really disconnect the call properly, tricking you into thinking you’re dialling a new number when they’re still listening on the line. It might take a couple of minutes before the line actually cuts off after you hang up. Stay cautious!
12 years
Just got a call from this number too. The person said they were from the IT department and started with all the usual tech talk. I pretended to go along with it and did what he said, right up until he asked me to hit ‘ok’ on something - I instantly ended the call :) He wanted me to press the Windows key plus R to open the Run box, then type in www.teamviewer.com and click OK. That’s when I cut him off. He tried calling back but I ignored it. Then I looked up the number and found this site. It really freaks me out that they seem to have access to personal landline numbers.
12 years
Even though I've signed up with TPS, this number kept ringing me asking if my computer was alright. The lady on the phone actually knew my name, gave a quick goodbye, and then just cut the call.
Telephone Preference Service
12 years
When the woman rang me, I asked how she could possibly know I owned a computer. She said, "We can see every time you're online with your computer." I shot back, "So you’re some kind of sky spy then?" I told her straight away it sounded like a typical scam and reminded her my number was on the TPS list, so they had no right to call me. Then I just hung up. When will the authorities actually step up and protect us from these fraudsters? Because honestly, that’s what they are! Or maybe nobody truly cares anymore?
Telephone Preference Service
12 years
I kinda messed up and gave this bloke access to my PC. When he asked for money to remove viruses, I said no and he just hung up on me. Has anyone else been through something similar? Did anything bad happen afterward?
12 years
Got a call from a guy with an Asian accent, went by Nick Coleman, claiming he was from tech support. Told him I wasn’t interested and he asked why. I told him I’m on the TPS list, so I shouldn’t be getting these kinds of calls. He just kept repeating his name, so I quickly ended the call!
Nick ColemanTelephone Preference Service
12 years
Been getting calls from this number twice in the last couple of days, and both times were when I was busy! The voicemail, which I now use to screen every call, was empty :-( Why do I have to waste time and pay for this nuisance? I’ve heard from others that this is someone pretending to be an IT company. Given that, and the chance they might hack into someone’s PC, I see them as a real threat. By the way, I’m on Virgin Media if that matters. - Vince.
Virgin MediaVince
12 years
I got a call from someone who didn’t speak much English, claiming to be from the IT department. I kept asking him to clarify which department exactly, but he got pretty angry and started shouting at me. In the end, I just disconnected the call.
12 years
Got a call from a bloke who said his name was Albert, telling us there was an issue with our computer. Told him we don’t even own a computer, and he quickly backed off. When I looked up the number, it turned out to be 02983680545.
Albert
12 years
Got a call from someone saying they were from my computer company, then switched to Apple, and later tried Windows! They were asking to speak to whoever pays the broadband bill, but the first time they rang it was my missus who picked up. They've called me back three times over four days. I called them a scammer and hung up. Oh, and the number they called from doesn’t seem to be traceable.
AppleWindows
12 years
Got a call from a guy named Martin Parkhurst, said he was from tech support. He said my computer was acting up and sending alerts about viruses or slowing down, but honestly I was pretty lost with what he was saying. He asked me to open google chrome, but I wasn’t having it. Told him to ring back later so my son could deal with it. Weirdly enough, he actually rang again, but I just cut him off straight away.
Martin Parkhurst
12 years
Just like the rest of you lot, I asked what company it was and if I could talk to the manager. Unsurprisingly, they just ended the call straight away.

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