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08000314014

☎️ 08000314014 👆 is a valid (Free To Call) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by BT. It is part of the phone block 8000314 with a prefix of 0800.

You may see this phone number on your Caller ID in these given formats:

+448000314014+44 800 031 40140800 031 4014+44-800-031-4014

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0800 031 4014 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 08000314014

  • Received anonymous call, returned call
    Jun
    2021
  • Avoid answering unknown phone calls
    May
    2021
  • Difficulty understanding the foreign lady
    May
    2021
  • Suspected scam call from Dot
    May
    2021
  • Insurance scam posing as real
    May
    2021
  • Missed call, checked, now blocked
    May
    2021
  • Warning about potential insurance scam
    May
    2021
  • Unwanted life insurance call blocked
    May
    2021
  • User lacks knowledge on life insurance
    May
    2021
  • "The lady's Aviva insurance claim"
    May
    2021
  • Sam Anderson, Legal and General
    May
    2021
  • Suspicious call, likely a scam
    May
    2021
  • Drunk call about life insurance
    May
    2021
  • Warning about dangerous Indian scammers
    May
    2021
  • No meaningful content provided
    Jun
    2020
  • Random numbers without context
    Dec
    2019
  • Suspected scam from Indian caller
    Oct
    2019
  • Received scam call pretending Microsoft
    Oct
    2019
  • Scam tech support warning and anger
    Oct
    2019
  • Man with thick accent scammer
    Sep
    2019
  • Warning about computer scam calls
    Sep
    2019
  • Avoid paying STEVIAN for computer services
    Sep
    2019
  • Received scam call, sounded Indian
    Sep
    2019
  • Possible scam call with imposter
    Sep
    2019
  • Scam call, clever response, dismissed
    Sep
    2019
  • Dealing with persistent scam calls
    Aug
    2019
  • Suspicious tech support scam encounter
    Aug
    2019
  • Scam calls from Mark Williams
    Jul
    2019
  • Received scam call; strong accent
    Jul
    2019
  • Suspicious tech helpline call pressure
    Jul
    2019
  • Received scam call for help
    Jul
    2019
  • Received suspicious tech support call
    Jun
    2019
  • Warning about fake tech support
    May
    2019
  • Receiving persistent scam calls, needing assistance
    May
    2019
  • Scam caller reported to police
    Nov
    2018
  • Persistent caller, identity questioned, hung up
    Oct
    2018
  • Alan Trent impersonator, potential scammer
    Sep
    2018
  • Received scam call from "Microsoft"
    Jul
    2018
  • Scammer attempted remote computer access
    Oct
    2017
  • Avoid dealing with this company
    Oct
    2017
  • Scam: Refused computer assistance call
    Aug
    2017
  • Received scam call, refused service
    Nov
    2016
  • Scammers, convincing. Hang up immediately
    Oct
    2016
  • Warning about potential tech scam
    Aug
    2016
  • Persistent scam call harassment experienced
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammers targeting elderly, suspicious calls
    Aug
    2016
  • Beware of persistent scam calls
    Aug
    2016
  • Not all reverse phone companies scam
    Jun
    2016
  • Received call from suspicious number
    Jun
    2016
  • Persistent caller named Kevin hassling
    Jun
    2016
  • Computer repair saved money, improved performance
    May
    2016
  • Suspicious Microsoft technical service call
    Apr
    2016
  • Scam call about unsecured downloads
    Apr
    2016
  • Caller ID identified as 02073265192
    Apr
    2016
  • Fraud information about WizardBPO provided
    Mar
    2016
  • Scam call, fake identity, hung up
    Mar
    2016
  • Reported scam phone numbers identified
    Feb
    2016
  • Unconvincing scammer, poor skills noted
    Feb
    2016
  • Scammer attempting to steal information
    Feb
    2016
  • Received tech cold call, reported
    Jan
    2016
  • Scammers stole personal information, computer
    Dec
    2015
  • Scammers stole my details and charged
    Dec
    2015
  • Ignore them to avoid problems
    Nov
    2015
  • Concern about potential phone scam
    Nov
    2015
  • Possible tech support scam numbers
    Nov
    2015
  • Nasty, demanding scam company; avoid
    Oct
    2015
  • Receiving unwanted calls from scammers
    Oct
    2015
  • Foreign scam call; rude behavior
    Sep
    2015
  • Suspicious phone call, identity concerns
    Sep
    2015
  • Caller had Asian accent, similar complaints
    Sep
    2015
  • Suspicious call, likely a scam
    Jul
    2015
  • User finds comment very annoying
    Jul
    2015
  • Scam vulnerability and lesson learned
    May
    2015
  • Caller identified as Kate again
    May
    2015
  • PC Help Desk scam reported
    May
    2015
  • Scam call posing as Microsoft
    Apr
    2015
  • Received scam call from "Alex."
    Apr
    2015
  • Spam calls from Waitrose impersonators
    Feb
    2015
  • Persistent scam calls about computers
    Feb
    2015
  • Beware of fraudulent tech support calls
    Jan
    2015
  • Suspicious call from "Technical Help Line."
    Jan
    2015
  • Warning about tech support scams
    Jan
    2015
  • Microsoft call attempt was fraudulent
    Nov
    2014
  • Reported scam to police authorities
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call claiming to assist
    Nov
    2014
  • Persistent caller, unknown computer issues
    Nov
    2014
  • Suspicious call, claimed legitimacy, hung up
    Oct
    2014
  • Scam call warning, avoid contact!
    Sep
    2014
  • Techhelp line offers computer support
    Jul
    2014
  • Caller posing as tech support scam
    Jun
    2014
  • Received call from this number
    Jan
    2014
Number Of Searches: 459 Number Of Comments: 83 First Seen: 20 June 2014 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Hebron(Northumberland) and Ridlington(Norfolk).

08000314014 has 83 comments of which 43 x neutral and 39 x negative and 1 x positive

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08000314014 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 08000314014 👆 is reported as a persistent scam operation involving cold calls from individuals claiming to be from tech support or insurance companies, often citing life or home insurance issues or computer problems. Callers typically use confusing technical jargon, request remote access to computers, and pressure victims to pay for unnecessary services. They commonly pose as representatives of well-known firms like Microsoft, Legal & General, Aviva, or TalkTalk, frequently using Indian accents and false names. Numerous victims report attempts to extract personal information and payments, sometimes after installing costly, dubious software. The operation is linked to an overseas call centre, with multiple fraudulent phone numbers tied to it. It is strongly advised not to engage with calls, avoid granting access to your devices, and block the numbers immediately.

Reports on phone number 08000314014

5 years
I got two calls from an unknown number, and the second time I tried calling back, a bloke picked up, said hello, and then just hung up on me.
5 years
This has to be a scam or something, coz I've noticed other folks mentioning this number too. Honestly, I never pick up when it’s from unknown numbers. I just block it right away. Sometimes I even switch my phone to do not disturb so I don’t have to deal with random calls constantly.
5 years
The woman on the phone was speaking with a strong accent, and her voice kept cutting out as if she was using a mobile phone in a dead zone. Couldn't catch most of what she was saying.
5 years
Got a call yesterday from some recorded message saying "Thanks for calling Dot services, press 1 to talk, 2 to opt out". Sounded fishy since they called me first and then just dropped the call before I could pick up properly. Definitely feels like a scam to me so I've blocked the number now.
Dot
5 years
Received a call from someone claiming to be from Legal & General about home insurance, but felt really dodgy - seems like a scam to me!
5 years
Got a call I didnt catch, looked up the number and gone straight to block list.
5 years
Got a call saying it was about my life insurance policy, but I don’t have one nor want one. I’ve blocked the number straight away.
5 years
I've got no clue when it comes to life insurance.
5 years
Watch out for these Microsoft scams coming from India. They're really dodgy and can cost you a lot. There’s plenty of YouTube vids showing exactly how these crooks trick you out of your cash. Stay safe!
MicrosoftYouTube
5 years
Got a call from an Indian lady chatting about some insurance deal here in the UK. She actually knew my name, which was a bit spooky, and I swear I could hear loads of women giggling in the background. Pretty clear it was a scam, so I just ended the call straight away.
UK
5 years
I got a call from Sam Anderson who said he was with Legal & General, and he’s from Leeds.
Sam AndersonLegal andLeeds
5 years
Got a call from this number and the person only used my first name, sounded like they'd been drinking. They asked if I was alright, so I just said I’m good thanks. Then they said they were fine too and thanked me for asking. After that they mentioned something about my life insurance but I hung up straight away.
5 years
Got a call from a woman with a British accent claiming to be from Aviva life insurance.
Aviva Life Insurance
7 years
Just got a ring from some bloke claiming to be from Tech Helpline in Coventry. He mentioned my computer had loads of errors and needed sorting. Said his name was Michael Brown, and gave me the number to check if I wanted. Honestly, an Indian guy with that kinda name? Totally fishy, I spotted it was a scam straight away!
Michael BrownTech HelplineCoventryFranklyIndia
7 years
Got a call from some bloke called Mark, number 0800 0314014, saying he’s from Microsoft. He told me my computer needed an update. He said I was registered with Microsoft but couldn’t even say who he was asking for. When I asked him more questions, he suddenly said he was with Tech Help. Definitely a scam, Microsoft would never be calling me like that.
MarkMicrosoft
7 years
Got a call from this bloke Peter claiming he was from some tech support. Said my computer was riddled with 237 trojans and that I needed to buy software to stop hackers. Told me it was messing with my phones and tablets too since they all use the same Wi-Fi. Wanted me to fork out £119 for 5 years or £149 forever. I told him to jog on, then ran a proper scan myself. Took it to the tech guys at PC World and they said it’s all a load of rubbish and real support techs never call you outta the blue. Total scam, avoid at all costs! 😡😡😡
PeterPC World
7 years
Received a call from a bloke with a strong Indian accent claiming to be Adam Roberts. He said I had a Trojan virus on my computer and said he was from some sort of "Tech Helpline." I ended the call straight away but he rang again, asking why I’d hung up. I tried asking him a couple of questions but kept things a bit dodgy as I wasn’t convinced. Eventually, I got his number, which matches the one on here. Told him off for shouting like that to try and scare me. What a muppet.
Adam RobertsTech Helpline
7 years
So, my client who I look after computer-wise got a few calls from these people. They left a message yesterday and then rang twice today, saying they were Michael Brown and their computer was having issues. I immediately told my client to ignore them completely. What a load of scammers!
Michael Brown
7 years
I got a call from STEVIAN using that 0800 031 4014 number. Like the others mentioned, he promised to sort out my computers for £310. But when it came down to it, Nationwide thought something fishy was going on and didn’t go through with the payment.
STEVIANNationwide
7 years
Today, I got a call from this guy calling himself Alex Roberts, but he had a really thick Indian accent. He was going on about my computer supposedly downloading some files or something, from the number 0800 0314014. I wasn't having any of it and gave him a piece of my mind straight away. What a load of rubbish!
Alex Roberts
7 years
this guy with an indian accent rang me up, said his name was mark williams from some “tech support”. he claimed my windows needed updating or else he would cut off my internet. when i asked who i was, he told me i was jackie, which is totally wrong. then he started saying he was recording the call, so i told him i was too and would hand it over to the cops. he tried saying he was police registered! it all sounded dodgy to me, so i didn’t trust him one bit!
Mark WilliamsJackie
7 years
Got a call from some bloke saying my computer needed fixing and asking me to switch it on. Played along just to see what he’d try next. After a bit, he wanted me to press some keys, but I said everything seemed fine. Then suddenly he claimed to be from Microsoft warning about a licence issue. Told him to send a letter through the post instead. He insisted he already sent one, but I hadn’t replied. I told him Microsoft never phones people, then I hung up. Proper con artist.
Microsoft
7 years
Got two calls today from someone named ‘Joss Matthews’ using the number 02476685623. I told him straight up it was a scam and refused to do anything he said. He rang again, but I stuck to my guns and said the same. No calls after that so far. Honestly, don’t these people have anything else to do with their time?
Joss Matthews
7 years
Someone called saying they were Mark Williams, sounded Asian. It was the usual story, but I wasn't having any of it and told them I'd call back on the number given. Then, this morning, the phone went off again - the same guy! I just hung up straight away. Seriously, how do these muppets keep getting through? And why on earth don’t the cops step in to sort these scammers out? It’s ridiculous!
Mark Williams
7 years
This number just called me, a guy with quite a thick Asian accent said his name was Mark Williams. He asked if I could switch on my computer so he could fix some errors. I told him I didn’t have my laptop with me. He didn’t seem too pleased and started shouting a bit. He also said to ring them back on 0800 031 4014. Definitely a scam, watch out!
Mark Williams
7 years
Got a call from some guy who said his name was Joseph, claimed he wanted to fix my sluggish computer. He said he got my details from some Microsoft registration or something, but I run a Mac. Total scam, obviously.
JosephMicrosoft
7 years
First, I got a call from someone named Frank, then Steve Williams - both had Indian accents. They told me to ring 08000314014 and mentioned #ithetechhelplineI###J. I'm an IT consultant, so I threw some tech questions at them, and they just dropped the call!
Steve WilliamsFrank
7 years
Got a call from someone saying they were from Mac tech support, the number they called from was 02476685345. Then they told me to ring 0800 031 4014 to verify stuff. I hate getting these scam calls, honestly, there should be stricter rules to stop all this online fraud nonsense.
Mac
8 years
I just went through something similar. When I rang back the second time, I told the bloke I’d looked him up online and it’s clear he’s a scammer. He tried denying it, said ‘no madam, no’. I told him I’d informed the police about him. Also told him to quit trying to nick cash from folks and find a proper job. The government really needs to step in. It’s so frustrating when you’re just trying to have a proper rest after working hard.
8 years
Got a call from an Indian guy who kept asking if I was sat at my computer. I told him I’d just turn it on, so I put him on speaker and left him waiting for a bit. After a while, he asked if I had it on, and I said nah, I’m actually on my Xbox lol. Then I asked for his name and number, and he said it was Julian Dyer. Thought that was a bit of an odd name for an Indian chap. Next thing, he just hung up on me.
IndiaJulian Dyer
8 years
Got a call from some guy claiming to be Alan Trent, but he was Indian with a strong accent. He was rambling about my router being hacked and asked to get into my computer. First he said he was from TalkTalk, then switched to Virgin, and later mentioned Sky. Definitely a scammer trying it on.
Alan TrentTalkTalkVirginSky
8 years
On 14th July 2018 at around 2:15pm, I got a call from someone named Andy Mason claiming to be from Microsoft tech support. He told me that some software had been downloaded on my PC to hack it. I asked for his address and phone number, which he said was 1844 Lakehall Drive, Liverpool. I decided to ring Microsoft’s official helpline to check. They told me that Microsoft never contacts people out of the blue offering tech support - it’s always the other way round. These lot are definitely scammers, and I intend to report them to the cops.
Andy MasonMicrosoftLakehall DriveLiverpool
9 years
So, this bloke Richard rings me up, sounded Indian, and starts trying to convince me to let him get into my computer. I said I’d ring Apple myself to confirm if he was legit. After that, he got a bit pushy. Luckily, my missus was watching and she quickly looked up the number he gave me, 0800 0314014, and it brought us straight here to this website. I didn’t waste any time and soon told him what’s what...
RichardApple
9 years
Stay clear of these lot, trust me.
9 years
I got a call from a bloke with an Indian accent, telling me to turn my computer on. I told him no straight away. He sounded pretty convincing though, so I can see how others might fall for it. [#Jtechhelplines[###]08000314014
10 years
Got a call out of the blue with the typical spiel, something about IT support needing to fix my PC. They wanted me to turn it on but I told them no. They insisted there were hidden issues, but if I can't see anything wrong, then I don't see a problem or the need for help. They gave me an 0800 number to ring back, but I said I wouldn’t bother, it’d just be pointless for both of us. Definitely a scam, watch out!
10 years
Really dodgy people, proper scammers. They sound so legit that it’s easy to fall for them - best thing to do is just hang up straight away. The number they called from showed up as 01704 226578, but it was some bloke called David with an Indian accent ringing me from Acton, West London.
DavidActonWest London
10 years
Got a call earlier today from a bloke with an Indian accent claiming to be from tech support. He told me that every time I use the internet, harmful software might be downloaded onto my computer. He wanted me to open up my computer so he could check for any dodgy programs causing trouble. He said the check-up was free, but I told him nothing comes free these days and asked what the catch was. He said if they found anything, there’d be a fee for removing it. I told him I wasn’t interested at all. Seems like a classic scam to me.
10 years
These lot kept ringing me and just wouldn’t let up. The moment I switched on my PC, they started showing all sorts of scary technical jargon and demanded £129 to sort it out (then dropped it to £99, and finally £79 when I said I’m on a pension!). They said they’d ring in ten mins, so we got in touch with our usual computer guy. He was well aware of they're scam and told me to tell them to jog on or call the cops. When they called back, they were still pushy and refused to reset my screen properly. After a few choice words from my daughter, they finally cleared the mess. Shouldn’t have picked up the phone, avoiding all this hassle would’ve been better - my daughter definitely needs a strong one now! 🍷🍹🍸
10 years
Just had my elderly mum, she’s 84, get a call from these scammers. Thankfully, she checks with me now before saying yes to anything. The guy called himself Chas Osbourn and had a proper English accent. Seems like they're getting real phone numbers from TalkTalk somehow - my mum only just switched her number after falling victim to a previous scam where they pretended to be TalkTalk. I’m wondering if someone at TalkTalk’s support in India is selling info on the side, or if maybe the data breach from last year was worse than they let on?
Chas OsbournTalkTalk
10 years
Today I got a call from a woman named Lauren Morrison, sounded like she was Indian. She told me my computer had problems and said I needed to switch it on right away. She kept pushing me to do it. When I asked if it was a scam, she openly gave me her phone number and said she worked for BTec helpdesk. I told her I knew it was a scam and ended the call. I've heard of loads of older folks losing loads of money to these sorts of scams, so watch out for this kind of thing!
Lauren Morrison
10 years
They’re not scammers, honestly. Just like no two fingers are the same, there are some companies out there genuinely aiming to assist people.
10 years
i got a call from 01582703828. when i asked for their address, they refused to say but told me to check out [#ithehelplinef###), which looks legit enough. after i told them i wasn’t falling for any tricks, i doubt they’ll ring me again.
10 years
This bloke who called himself Kevin (I'm doubtful about that name!) has been ringing me non-stop for days - gotta hand it to him, he's really relentless!
Kevin
10 years
Had a chat with these guys who fixed up my PC. It’s running way smoother now. Sure, it wasn’t cheap, but I was already considering getting a brand new computer. Thanks to them, I’ve avoided that expense, so I guess I actually ended up saving some cash.
11 years
Just got a call earlier this afternoon from someone called Franklin Foster who said he was with some online Microsoft tech support. He mentioned there had been a survey done nearby and they found loads of issues, like viruses infecting my PC. I told him I couldn’t have my computer on me right now, and I’d run my own check and call back if needed. The number he gave me to ring was 0800 0314014, but the call actually came from 0175 379291.
Franklin FosterMicrosoft
11 years
Got a call this morning around 11am from someone saying they were Ethan Barrett with an ID like EB00157. They told me there was some sort of issue with unsafe downloads on my computer and asked me to log in. Definitely a scam, so watch out!
Ethan Barrett
11 years
The call came up as 02073265192 when I checked with 1471.
11 years
This scam call is coming from a company called WizardBPO based out of Kolkata, India. They’re linked with the domain thetechhelpline.co.uk and ring from numbers like 08000314014, 01827896257 or 02075841312. According to their real location, they operate from Synthesis Business Park, Action Area-II, Newtown, Rajarhat, Kolkata 700157. They also have phone contacts +91 9230077515 and 9831423555. Their usual trick is saying “your computer has got a problem” then trying to get you to pay money into a Coventry bank account numbered 401817 34191315. I’ve got recordings - audio, video and network data - as proof of their scam. If anyone wants the files, just ask here. So yeah, watch out for calls from WizardBPO or anyone using thetechhelpline.co.uk!
KolkataWizardBPOthetechhelpline. coukSynthesis BusinessParkActionNewtownRajarhatIndiaCoventrythetechhelpline. co. uk
11 years
Got a call from someone saying his name was Stephen, but his accent made me think he was phoning from India. When I asked for his number, he said 0800 031 4014, but checking with 1471 showed the call came from 01732 504570, which is around Sevenoaks. He claimed every computer I owned was infected when I asked. Didn’t waste any time, just ended the call straight away.
StephenSevenoaks
11 years
I got a call from 01204403039 the other day, then they told me to ring them back on 08000314014. Definitely a SCAM. Stay clear!
11 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be John Wilson, ringing from 01706213866 (yeah, like I'd call back!)... Honestly, if this was meant to be a scam, it was pretty rubbish. Plus, they definitely need to brush up on their English and maybe learn some simple computer stuff while they're at it.
John Wilson
11 years
Beware of calls from 01513397712 - they’re just scammers attempting to trick you into giving away your computer info.
11 years
got a call from a bloke with an indian accent saying he was from some “tech support” about issues on my windows computer. he said he could sort it out for me. i asked what company he was with and for a contact number, which he gave me. then i told him to never ring me again as cold calls are illegal and i’m signed up to the tps.
TPS
11 years
Bloody hell, those lot are total scammers! They somehow managed to get hold of my personal info and then messed up my computer with all sorts of rubbish. Absolute cheats...
11 years
I got a call from these people and gave them some info. Then they wanted access to my stuff, and before I knew it, money had been taken from me. Total scam!
11 years
Just ignore their calls, it’s honestly the easiest way to deal with them. Doesn’t waste your time and they usually stop after a while.
11 years
He told me about similar issues when I called, and when I asked if there was a fee, he claimed it was a free support number for Windows. I decided to play along and asked if he worked for some kind of charity since he said there wasn't any charge. That’s when he started getting a bit annoyed. I then said I’d heard about scams and asked for a phone number so I could verify the claim... well, you can guess what happened next.
11 years
I keep getting calls from these numbers: +19442759338, +18273552975, +16532749579, and +19432757355. Pretty sure they're all linked to some Tech Support place. It’s really annoying how often they ring.
11 years
AVOID THE TECH HELPLINE AT ALL COSTS! These people are pushy and are definitely running some kind of scam. Trust me, don’t even think about dealing with them!
The Tech
11 years
Got my phone number and started ringing me non stop, and yep, I did fall for their scam like others said. Tried blocking the calls but no luck on my phone. Plus, there's another number from the same firm, +18273552975, so best just ignore that one as well!
11 years
Today I got a call from a bloke with a really thick foreign accent, who called himself William Tell (honestly, who does that?). He claimed I’d downloaded something that was messing up my laptop. I told him I’ve got antivirus software already. But he just kept going on, saying it wasn’t a virus (so what is it then?). He was pushy and quite rude, telling me to get on my computer immediately. I thought to myself, no proper company would hire someone so awful with customers. I asked him for his phone number, and he gave me this one.
I looked it up online and came across this very site. Then, he had the gall to call me back, but I let him know exactly what I thought!
William Tell
11 years
So today (07/09/2015) I got a call from this "company". The whole thing felt dodgy, just like others have said here. Some Asian bloke gave me a freephone number when I asked for it, so I tried calling back. Got another Asian guy this time. The first sounded like he might be from somewhere in India, the second seemed more like the Philippines, but who's to say? The first one claimed they could remotely access your computer to "fix any issues". He said their main office was in LA with a "virtual office" in London. When I asked him where he’d got my phone number from, he just hung up on me. Makes me wonder - where on earth did they find my number?
IndiaLos AngelesLondon
11 years
I just got a call from a bloke with an Asian accent who claimed he was calling from Acton in Greater London. He said pretty much the same stuff that others have described before.
ActonGreater London
11 years
I got a call saying there was an issue with my computer, then they just hung up on me. Feels like it was a scam to me.
11 years
Such a pain, honestly!
11 years
I got a call from a woman who said her name was Kate. She sounded friendly at first but I had a weird feeling about it. Just like the last time, it didn’t seem quite right. Definitely got my guard up this time!
Kate
12 years
Just got a call from the number (020) 7207 8495, sounded like one of those fake PC support scams, seemed to be coming from an Indian call centre. When I asked for a number to ring back, they gave me 08000314014. Definitely dodgy!
PC Help Desk
12 years
I got a call from a guy with an Asian accent saying he was from some IT department for Windows, claiming there was a problem slowing down computers because of a Windows fault. When I asked who he worked for, he made it sound like he was linked to Microsoft. He told me to open my laptop and press the Windows key with the R key, then type EVENTVWR. I got a bit suspicious and asked again. He told me his name was Kevin Watson and gave a reference number, but honestly, his accent was so hard to understand that I doubted that was even his real name. He also gave me the number 08000314014. I told him I wasn’t interested and hung up. Later I looked up the number and this site came up with loads of people saying it’s a scam. So cheers to everyone sharing their stories here!
MicrosoftKevin WatsonGoogle
12 years
I got a call earlier from a guy named Alex Brown, sounded Asian, saying there were harmful files on my PC. He tried to get me to press the Windows key and the R together. I wasn’t having any of it and told him off pretty sharp.
Alex Brown
12 years
I got a call like that just today. Some woman named Rachel Williams claimed she was from Waitrose and said something about my computer, sounded exactly like what others described. After I hung up on her, I noticed four more calls from the number 02088586058. Then an Asian bloke answered saying I’d been chatting with his coworker and my computer was at serious risk or something. I told him to jog on and put the phone down, but he kept trying to call me again and again.
Rachel WilliamsWaitrose
12 years
This number has called me about 5 times over the past week, claiming there's something wrong with my computer. I asked which computer he meant since I’ve got 5 different ones at home. He kept pushing me to let him get into my machine but I finally told him to jog on.
12 years
My mate got a call from this same number, saying there were problems with her computer. After reading all the comments here, I told her to stop talking to them ASAP (she was still on the line when she rang me for help). Cheers for the info! I’ll check her PC personally since I work in IT.
12 years
Got a call from this number earlier, and the whole thing sounded familiar from other comments. The guy said he was from a place called Technical Help Line and gave his name as Jimmy Wilson. Bit odd 'cause he sounded really Asian, which didn’t quite match the name he gave.
Technical Help LineJimmy Wilson
12 years
Beware, this is a total tech support scam!
12 years
Received a call from this number earlier.
12 years
I got hit with that scam too and ended up reporting it straight away to the police's Action Fraud team.
Action Fraud
12 years
Around 7 tonight, I got a call from this number. They were trying to get access to my computer, but I told them everything’s fine and I don’t need any help. They mentioned they were calling from London, specifically Brent Cross, before I ended the call.
LondonBrent Cross
12 years
Got a call from the same number again. It was a bloke with an Asian accent, real pushy about some issues he claimed I was having. Was weird cause he never said how he got the info but insisted my computer was messing up other places. Said he worked for a firm named PC Wizard, supposedly based in London. I couldn’t catch his first name, but he said his surname was Watson. Told me to ring him back when I had a chance.
P C WizardLondonWatson
12 years
I got a call from an Indian woman calling herself Hayley, who kept pushing me to do exactly what she said so she could "show" me the issues she claimed were there. Every time I asked questions, she kept insisting they were a genuine firm and definitely not scammers. When I pointed out that’s exactly what a scammer might say, she got all defensive and said they had a proper phone number and website, even offered to tell me the company’s name and number. But as soon as I mentioned I’d look into it, she just ended the call.
Hayley
12 years
Just got a call from a man called Raymond, sounded Asian. He kept saying my computer was sending out harmful messages and wanted me to switch it on so he could “show” me. I told him that wasn’t true at all and tried to get a manager on the line but he said no way. He did give me a company name, Tech Help Line, and a phone number, which looked proper enough at first glance. I asked again for a supervisor and he just refused. Their website looks a bit real but I’m certain it’s a scam! Don’t get sucked in - no legit company calls you out of the blue about your PC being in danger!
RaymondTech Help LineSTAY
12 years
Got a call from some tech support from Southeast Asia, claiming they needed to fix issues on my computer. Pretty sure it's a scam trying to mess with your PC.
Southeast Asia
12 years
Today I got a call from a guy named Jimmy Wilson - definitely sounded like he wasn't local - claiming he was from BT. He said there were programmes being downloaded on my PC all the time and multiplying, and he needed me to let him access it to sort the problem out. He kept pushing me to log in, but when I told him I couldn’t get to my computer right away, he said he’d ring me again soon because my computer was apparently in danger.
Jimmy WilsonBT

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