03456008891

Absolutely dodgy scam! Best to totally ignore this number!

Have a look at the comments below!! There's a clear difference between a scam number and a spoofed number. Scam numbers tend to be fake, often generated by computers. Spoofed numbers, on the other hand, are real business numbers that scammers copy to trick people into giving away their bank details. Spoofed numbers, especially ones pretending to be from banks, are extremely risky. I've shared some tips below on how to spot and avoid calls from spoofed bank numbers (these are the worst kind). Also, don’t forget to check the banner at the top of the page for more info.

If you ring your bank to see if a call you got is legit (like the post below), the call centre team can tell if the bank is actually trying to reach you and can put you through to the right people or sort it out. But they might not know every single number the bank uses. Even if the call centre says it’s a scam, that doesn't always mean the number itself is dodgy. Spoofed numbers, using real business lines, are a big issue for companies and their clients. So is the call real or fake? No one really knows! Best thing - CHECK WITH YOUR BANK!

This number is actually one of the several that HSBC uses. Just be cautious and think it through. Have a look at the red warning post below - it pretty much explains everything. Remember, this number itself isn’t a scam, but there’s always a chance the person calling isn’t legit.

Received a dodgy call claiming to be from HSBC.

Fraud Alert! I received a phone call from a supposed HSBC fraud department representative claiming that there were two suspicious online transactions made on my account with John Lewis and Argos. Naturally, I denied making those transactions. The caller, who identified herself as Amy, assured me that their fraud team had already intercepted those transactions. To "verify" my identity, she requested that I participate in their security phrase, "my voice is my password." I complied and then, to ensure legitimacy, I asked Amy for details about a recent credit on my credit card. Suddenly, the call disconnected. Feeling uneasy, I reached out to HSBC’s fraud team directly, only to discover that they had never contacted me. In a state of alarm, I attempted to access my mobile banking app, only to be greeted with the shocking message: "Your mobile banking has been disabled as it is now logged in on another device!" I quickly called HSBC again, my heart racing, and reset my password. Moments later, I received a text code from the very same number that had attempted to deceive me earlier. I changed my password and requested that the bank notes my case in their records. What I suspect happened is quite alarming-this “Amy” wasn’t truly from HSBC; instead, she likely recorded my voice for her accomplice to access my online banking. They could have easily called the bank to change my password, and if I’d shared that text code with them, they would’ve been able to gain complete control over my mobile banking. It sends shivers down my spine to think of the possible consequences! Please, if you receive any calls from this number, refrain from engaging and contact your bank directly! Stay cautious!

Beware! This phone number is a scam, masquerading as HSBC. If you happen to get a call from this number, do not disclose any personal information; simply hang up. Should you have any worries about your account, reach out to HSBC directly using their official number: 0345 740 4404. Stay vigilant!

Total scam. Just put the phone down and ring the genuine HSBC instead.

***SCAM ALERT*** So, I’ve got a banking account with HSBC and I received a rather dodgy phone call today. A chap claimed to represent the fraud team, insisting they’d spotted some odd transactions on my account. Apparently, there was a charge of £37 at a Staples in Cardiff-trouble is, I’m nowhere near Cardiff and my card is right here with me. He proceeded to request my personal identification number (not the sort code or account number, mind you) to verify my identity. At that point, I thought, “How can I be sure you’re actually from HSBC?” He then had the audacity to suggest I look up ‘hsbc card fraud detection number’ on Google, and, wouldn't you know it, the phone number he was using was listed. Curiosity got the better of me, so I clicked on the link... It appeared to be HSBC’s official page-suspicious, right? He then quizzed me on whether I still had my card-I confirmed that I did. He asked if I’d shared my card details with anyone, which I hadn’t. He also inquired if I had responded to any phishing attempts, like the HMRC scam claiming I owed cash. Again, I hadn’t. When I pressed him for proof of his identity, asking him to confirm any recent transactions, he dropped the bombshell that he couldn’t divulge any specific information due to 'banking regulations'. Not exactly reassuring, is it? I took his name down, though I’m pretty sure it was a made-up one. He insisted that he hadn’t asked for my account number or sort code, just my personal ID number, and assured me that I could find the fraud number online. Despite my unease, I cautiously gave him the number. He then wanted me to access my online banking-not to log in, mind you, but merely to go to the personal ID section. When I complied, he switched gears, requesting that I use my mobile banking app to create a secure key code for him. Come off it! To top it all off, he asked for the name of my first school. Clearly, he was angling to bypass my security questions since I'd already shared my ID number. It dawned on me that this bloke was attempting to pry into my account whilst I was chatting with him. What a crafty little con artist! Being as polite as possible, I made it abundantly clear that I wasn’t comfortable with any of this and would be reaching out to HSBC through their official channels. Spoiler alert: they weren't calling me, and there were no dubious transactions on my account. I've reported the whole episode to HSBC...

I received a message before a phone call claiming to be from HSBC regarding potential fraud. They inquired whether I had made any purchases on Just Eat, to which I replied I hadn’t. When they requested my security information, I declined to provide it. After that, they informed me that my card would be blocked.

This reeks of a scam! Heed my warning and steer clear of any calls from this number. I made the mistake of ringing it back, and the chap on the other end identified himself as Suneal from the fraud team - but don’t be fooled, he’s the real scammer! Quite the performance he put on, but just a reminder: HSBC will never request your internet banking reference number or your secure key password. Stay alert, and if something seems off, just ring HSBC directly using the number on the back of your bank card. Better safe than sorry!

Beware of this phone number-it’s a scam! It has nothing to do with HSBC and is merely an attempt to gain access to your banking details. Make sure to report it immediately!

What a scam! I received a call from someone claiming to be from HSBC, but it's definitely a hoax. They are attempting to trick you into giving away your banking details! Stay vigilant; it’s a scheme designed to pilfer your hard-earned cash!

I just received a call from this number roughly 15 minutes ago. The individual on the line claimed to be from the HSBC online fraud division, and told me there were three dubious charges linked to my Amazon account - one for £250, another for £100, and the last one for £50. They requested that I confirm I hadn’t authorised these transactions. I told them that I didn’t recognise any of them. Next, they insisted that I produce a security code in order for them to abort the payment attempts. Straight away, I thought it was odd. If they truly represented HSBC, wouldn’t they have the capability to access my account directly from their end? I flat out refused to provide the code and ended the call. If they were genuinely who they claimed to be, I doubt anyone would be concerned about such security protocols. Best, Carl Whiting

I received a call from someone purporting to be with the HSBC Fraud Team, informing me of suspicious activity on my bank account. They requested that I divulge some security information. When I raised my concerns, they suggested that I could verify their number on Google. After hanging up, I contacted my bank, who swiftly halted all online transactions, although they felt it unnecessary to block my debit card at that point. Three days later, the same caller rang again, but recognising the number, I chose not to engage and mentioned I would consult my bank. Upon following up, I was reassured that my account remained secure, so I awaited a new secure key. Fast forward two days, after activating the key, I discovered some transactions had occurred in Dubai using my card! The bank promptly blocked the card and refunded my funds, so it seems everything is resolved for now. Just a word of caution to everyone-THIS IS DEFINITELY A SCAM!

I've received a request for my account information claiming to be from HSBC.

Claimed to be affiliated with HSBC's fraud department. I found this number listed on the official HSBC website.

I would advise caution regarding the number 0345 600 8891. It seems to be associated with fraudulent activity. They’re posing as a fraud prevention team from HSBC, attempting to swindle individuals by sending out deceptive emails that appear to come from DPD about a supposed delivery. They follow up by claiming there's been some dubious activity on your bank account. Stay vigilant!