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08000488866

☎️ 08000488866 👆 is a valid (Free To Call) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Voxbone SA. It is part of the phone block 8000488 with a prefix of 0800.

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+448000488866+44 800 048 88660800 048 8866+44-800-048-8866

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TimeLine of events for phone number 08000488866

  • Scammers using fake virus threats
    May
    2017
  • Didn't fall for scam, cleared malware
    May
    2017
  • Virus alert; call this number
    May
    2017
  • Potential scam involving remote assistance
    May
    2017
  • Virus website encounter, no solutions found
    Apr
    2017
  • Phishing scam posing as Windows
    Apr
    2017
  • Scam involving fake Windows key
    Apr
    2017
  • Gratitude for previous comments shared
    Apr
    2017
  • Issues with provided phone number
    Apr
    2017
  • Trojan warning was a hoax
    Apr
    2017
  • Popup advice helped avoid problems
    Apr
    2017
  • Persistent pop-up required full reset
    Apr
    2017
  • Warning about fake virus message scam
    Apr
    2017
  • Popup issue, virus scan clear
    Apr
    2017
  • Avoided issues, restored system, installed protection
    Apr
    2017
  • User prank calling virus scammers
    Apr
    2017
  • Pop-up grammar indicates a scam
    Apr
    2017
  • Fraudulent pop-up, avoid calling back
    Apr
    2017
  • Persistent pop-up on computer screen
    Apr
    2017
  • Warning about scam popups and tasks
    Apr
    2017
  • Scam pop-up frozen computer, frustration shared
    Apr
    2017
  • Scam attempting to obtain information
    Apr
    2017
  • Claiming scam; non-caring conman
    Mar
    2017
  • Panic attack from unknown call
    Mar
    2017
  • Trojan virus caused panic attack
    Mar
    2017
  • Address Chrome closing issue easily
    Mar
    2017
  • Beware, scam call; browser issue
    Mar
    2017
  • Claimed scam; investigated, found safe
    Mar
    2017
  • Ignore Indian tech support scam
    Mar
    2017
  • Comment mirrors information already provided
    Mar
    2017
  • Scam requesting computer access, dangerous
    Mar
    2017
  • Trojan red screen scam warning
    Mar
    2017
  • Fell for Trojan scam call
    Mar
    2017
  • Pop-up issue led to scam
    Mar
    2017
  • Beware of remote access scams
    Mar
    2017
  • Scary computer security scam experience
    Mar
    2017
  • Scam warning, Malware detected, resolved
    Mar
    2017
  • User is performing new installation
    Mar
    2017
  • Scan indicated fake warning scam
    Mar
    2017
  • Red trojan virus scam warning
    Mar
    2017
  • Warning: potential scam, do not engage
    Mar
    2017
  • Red screen warnings, no infections
    Mar
    2017
  • Similar experience as others mentioned
    Mar
    2017
  • Scam causing issues for user
    Mar
    2017
  • Clicked on website, fake warning
    Mar
    2017
  • Red Screen encountered; security measures taken
    Mar
    2017
  • Red screen alert during browsing
    Mar
    2017
  • Encountered suspicious browser hijacking incident
    Mar
    2017
  • Virus warning scam, avoid this number
    Mar
    2017
  • Microsoft Security scam warning. Stay safe
    Mar
    2017
  • Be cautious of fake popups
    Mar
    2017
  • Website trickery; use popup prevention
    Mar
    2017
  • User warned of convincing computer scam
    Mar
    2017
  • Computer scam warning, be cautious
    Mar
    2017
  • Browser issue resolved after troubleshooting
    Mar
    2017
  • Trojan warning, unrelated phone number
    Mar
    2017
  • Scam email, no contact, safe
    Mar
    2017
  • Scam virus; restart PC solves issue
    Mar
    2017
  • Potential scam alert, virus warning
    Feb
    2017
  • Resolved browser lock issue easily
    Feb
    2017
  • India scam targeting my father
    Feb
    2017
  • Scared by virus warning, resolved
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning: scam call, potential virus
    Feb
    2017
  • Suspicious number, avoided potential scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Scam, resolved by restarting computer
    Feb
    2017
  • Persistent issue despite restarting computer
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning against potential scam callers
    Jan
    2017
  • Ignore scam; just restart PC
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning about potential Trojan virus
    Jan
    2017
  • Scam alert, avoid this number
    Jan
    2017
  • User suggests restarting computer
    Jan
    2017
  • Virus infection scam pop-up alert
    Jan
    2017
  • Seeking advice for problem resolution
    Jan
    2017
  • Warning about possible tech scam
    Jan
    2017
  • Windows Security Message appeared unexpectedly
    Jan
    2017
  • Persistent screen issue with duplicates
    Dec
    2016
  • Scam number, avoid and protect
    Dec
    2016
  • Warning received; call number before shopping
    Dec
    2016
  • Scam call caused distress and concern
    Dec
    2016
Number Of Searches: 264 Number Of Comments: 77 First Seen: 27 November 2016 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Lindsell(Essex), Madeley Heath(Staffordshire), Siston(Gloucestershire) and Tingewick(Buckinghamshire).

08000488866 has 77 comments of which 49 x neutral and 28 x negative

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08000488866 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 08000488866 👆 is reported as a frequent target of scam pop-up warnings falsely claiming a Trojan virus or other critical malware infection. The alert typically features a red screen message urging victims to call a specified number for urgent "technical support." Users are warned not to engage or provide remote access, as these calls often involve attempts to gain control of the computer and charge excessive fees. Multiple accounts confirm that running antivirus software reveals no genuine threats, and the prompts are designed to intimidate and deceive. To resolve the issue, experts advise closing the browser via task manager or rebooting the device. Visitors should avoid calling the number, ignore the messages, and update security software to safeguard their computers.

Reports on phone number 08000488866

10 years
People keep getting these dodgy calls about fake virus warnings, trying to trick you into giving them money. Absolute scam if you ask me.
10 years
Got a call saying there was a virus on my laptop and I had to ring this number to fix it. Sounds fishy to me.
10 years
So I looked up that 0800 number here before doing anything. Good thing I did! Didn’t click a single link or anything sketchy. Just turned my computer off, left it for about 5 minutes, then switched it back on and ran a scan - nothing harmful found. To whoever was behind it, seriously, buzz off!
10 years
I got a warning on my screen saying I had a Trojan when I was browsing a site. I’m a bit worried now because I rang the number they gave and even let someone access my laptop remotely. They went through loads of issues they claimed needed fixing, asking for £199 for a single fix or £399 to cover a year.
10 years
This happened to me too, just like others said. It popped up on my screen and I had to close it down using the task manager. Since then, I’ve been trying to find any new apps or stuff that got installed but nothing shows up anywhere. Feels like it was just a dodgy website - something like virus-0x13109473896502.com or similar - probably appeared while I was browsing Google.
Google
10 years
SCAM ALERT. Claims to be part of Windows Defender, but it’s a total con. Don’t even bother responding. I was really worried after this happened to me, so thanks heaps to everyone here for all the tips and advice. - Screen suddenly turned bright red. - Tried to close it, but it just froze. Then the computer restarted and played a weird, robotic message in an American accent. - Loads of pop-ups saying I had a Trojan virus and my system was hacked, plus a “fatal error” warning. Funny though, my Norton 360 didn’t flag anything. - Urged me very aggressively to call 0800 0488866 straight away. - When trying to exit, it froze again and rebooted with a different, female American voice message. - The wording was all wrong and the grammar was awful, stuff like “there was a dangerous to try to get an access” or “we recommend you to freeze your accounts until some measures will being taken.” Stay away from this scam, it’s really suspicious behaviour.
Norton 360
10 years
Just got a call like this myself - the bloke said I had to press some code using the Windows key on my laptop. Luckily, I was a bit iffy about the whole thing and didn't trust him. I said I'd turn off my computer, but he kept insisting that wouldn't change anything. Once I restarted it, everything seemed alright. No doubt, it’s one of those scams.
10 years
Just like others said here, big thanks to everyone who put in their two cents. Really appreciate it!
10 years
Been through loads of the previous comments here and now I’m restarting my home PC and running an extra virus scan just to be safe. Seems like the number’s dead anyhow.
10 years
I got this message popping up on my screen telling me I had a Trojan virus and I needed to ring that number immediately. Luckily, I managed to close it down using the Task Manager and then ran my antivirus check. Thankfully, nothing showed up. After looking it up online, I realised it was just a scam.
10 years
I got this weird pop-up on my laptop too, it wouldn't disappear no matter what. Ended up having to open task manager and shut all the windows I had open. Luckily, I saw some advice here before and didn’t go along with what that pop-up told me to do. Saved me from a hassle for sure!
10 years
A pop-up appeared and just wouldn’t disappear. Ended up having to do a complete reset to fix it.
10 years
A warning about a Trojan virus popped up on my screen and I nearly freaked out!! Don’t fall for it, it’s just a scam trying to scare you. They want you to ring that number, but under no circumstances do that. Also, never ever share your bank info or any personal deets on the phone, no matter what!!
10 years
I had this same pop-up appear on my screen and had to close it immediately to get rid of it. I then did a full McAfee scan, but thankfully, it didn’t find any viruses at all.
McAfee
10 years
Last week this happened to me as well, but luckily I didn’t call the number or press any links. I had to go through loads of restore points to get rid of the screen, then put in a fresh antivirus and a free Trojan scanner called Spybot. Neither of them found anything, so fingers crossed everything’s fine now.
10 years
Got a pop-up on my computer saying my PC was infected and needed urgent checking. Little did they know, they chose the wrong person to try and fool! Now, I ring them up daily and give them a good few joke calls. Honestly, everyone should give it a go!
10 years
You can tell it’s dodgy just by checking the grammar in the popup - it’s a giveaway that it’s a scam.
10 years
I got hit with a dodgy pop-up as well, had to open task manager just to force it closed. Luckily everything’s working alright now. Seriously, don’t even think about ringing the number they show, it’s just trouble waiting to happen! I’d never ever call those scammers back.
10 years
A notification suddenly showed up on my PC and I just couldn't get it to go away.
10 years
Don’t answer if you get a sketchy popup call. Best thing I found is hitting ctrl alt del, opening up task manager, and shutting your browser down quick sharp. Avoids any nasty scam stuff.
10 years
I got this popup with a bright red background saying Windows found a virus and I had to ring their support number right away. The screen got stuck and wouldn’t let me close it, so I just switched off my laptop and turned it back on. Every time I opened Internet Explorer after that, the same warning showed up again. I ran a scan with AVG and it said my system was clean. Then I tried using Google Chrome, which worked fine, and after that, Internet Explorer seemed to be alright too. Honestly, scammers like that are the worst and should be dealt with harshly.
Google
10 years
Got a call from some dodgy bloke trying to get into my computer info - total scam, watch out!
10 years
Definitely a scam, no doubt about it. I called back and found out it was some call centre based in Asia, lol. Just a bunch of shady con artists who don’t care at all. I had to restart my computer and run Defender to be safe. Proper dodgy stuff.
10 years
This number showed up for me yesterday and honestly freaked me out badly, made me have a panic attack. I googled it straight away and found this site and another one like it, which was a relief. Me and my mum decided not to ring back, we turned the laptop off then on again and deleted all my browser history just to be safe. I’m planning to renew my antivirus soon as I can manage it, since this whole thing really spiked my anxiety.
10 years
Total scam, mate. If Chrome won’t shut down properly, just pop open the task manager and end it from there. No need to panic at all.
Chrome
10 years
My computer suddenly showed a weird message, so I quickly shut it down. After running my security check, everything seemed fine. Then I looked it up online and yeah, it’s definitely a scam.
10 years
I'm with you on this one. Avoid calling this number at all costs, it's definitely a scam. My computer is spotless, but I still had to force quit Chrome using the task manager because of it.
Chrome
10 years
Pity the unfortunate souls dealing with a tech support con from India. Best to steer clear of this one!
India
10 years
Got a call that seemed dodgy, they wanted to get into my computer. At the same time, a popup showed up and suddenly Chrome stopped working. Definitely felt like some kind of scam.
10 years
Like others have said, I got a message popping up saying there was a Trojan on my computer and I should ring the 0800 toll-free number. I called it by mistake but ended the call quickly. Then I got a ring back from 01624891417, which felt dodgy, so I ended up hanging up straight away. I put the number into another device while running a full malware scan on my laptop just to be safe. Feeling a bit daft for falling for the scam and annoyed because it's eaten up half my day for nothing.
10 years
Had the exact same thing happen to me. A big red alert popped up saying my laptop was infected with a trojan virus. Couldn't get rid of the message because the screen was completely frozen. Had to force shut down and restart my laptop. After clearing my browsing history and running a full virus scan, nothing showed up. Definitely a SCAM, so don’t bother calling them!
10 years
I had the same problem where the pop-up just wouldn’t go away, so daftly I rang the 0800 number. Didn’t feel right, so I ended the call. After that, some bloke with a thick Asian accent rang me back from 01624 891417. He tried to get me to give him control of my PC, but I refused. Ended up having to restart my computer. Proper annoying how they try to pull these stunts.
10 years
Got a virus on my laptop, just like the one mentioned before. McAfee missed it completely! I stupidly called the number they showed. The guy said he had to access my computer remotely to sort it out, but I hung up as soon as I said no cheers. Not sure if it's still on my PC though. Watch out, folks.
McAfee
10 years
When I turned my PC on, a message popped up saying my security was at risk and to call a certain number. I dialled it, but no one answered - it was like a dead line. I couldn’t get rid of the warning or do anything else, everything just froze. I had to force shut down the computer at the main unit. It was such a scary experience.
10 years
I got a warning about a trojan that told me to call 0800 0488866. It actually froze my browser, so I just turned my pc off and on again, then opened a new tab in a different browser. I googled the number and quickly saw it was some kind of scam. Then I did a full Windows Defender scan with all the malware checks on, and thankfully it didn’t find or quarantine anything suspicious.
Google
10 years
Had to do a full reinstall on my almost brand-new laptop.
10 years
This has all the hallmarks of a typical con. I was greeted by a bright red screen warning me about a potential trojan lurking on my hard drive. I attempted to close the window, but to no avail. After powering down my laptop and rebooting, I chose to restore my Windows settings, yet the warning persisted. I switched it off and on again, cleared my browsing history from the last hour, and conducted a comprehensive scan. Surprisingly, it came up clean. I repeated the process, and once more, no signs of any virus. It's evidently a ruse, so do yourself a favour: don’t hit that ‘OK’ button or ring the number they provide.
10 years
Just like what others have said, I got this red warning saying there’s a trojan on my computer’s hard drive. I tried to close the message but it wouldn’t let me. So, I shut my laptop down and restarted it. Did a Windows restore, but the alert was still popping up. Turned it off and on again, deleted browsing history from the past hour, then ran a full virus scan - nothing showed up. Ran another scan just to be sure, still clean. It’s obviously a scam, so don’t press any 'ok' or call the number they show.
10 years
Just like others have said about this number, I got those scary red alerts from something claiming to be "Windows Defender" saying my PC was infected. They kept telling me to call that number. But I ran a Bullguard scan and it came up clean. I ended up rebooting my computer and haven't had any problems since. Definitely feels like a dodgy scam.
10 years
Had something like this happen to me too. Got a call from an unknown number and thought it might be important but turned out to be some telemarketer trying to sell me insurance. Kinda annoying but not the worst thing ever. Happens more often than you’d think!
10 years
Like a few others have said, I got a red warning saying some trojan was on my hard drive. Couldn't close the window no matter what, so I just turned my laptop off and on. Tried restoring Windows but it kept popping up. After a couple of restarts, I cleared my browsing history from the last hour and ran a complete scan. Nothing showed up, did it again just to be sure. It's gotta be a scam. Don’t hit any ‘ok’ buttons or call that number!
10 years
I was just perusing a health food site when, out of the blue, a new tab popped up. It purported to be a Windows Defender alert, stating something about a "Security Update Error oxB4061748" and provided a phone number for assistance. My browser completely froze, forcing me to dive into the task manager to shut it down. Upon reopening, I was met with the same annoying pop-up. In the end, I had to fire up Firefox in a new session to avoid that hassle. I'll definitely be running my antivirus software later on!
10 years
Im having trouble trying to get this sorted out, I think it might be a scam.
10 years
Last night, while my wife was browsing, a "Red Screen" suddenly appeared. I shut it down straight away and ran a full scan with my antivirus (Avast Professional). It came back clean. I repeated the scan a couple more times, once a few minutes later and again this morning before turning on my PC, and still no issues. I also sent a screenshot of the error to my bank’s online security team via email (they can be reached at [email protected]) and reported it to the police fraud website at www.actionfraud.police.uk.
Red ScreenAction Fraud
10 years
Last night, while my partner was browsing on Google, a "Red Screen" suddenly showed up. I quickly shut it down and ran a scan on my computer with Avast Professional antivirus, which found nothing suspicious. I did another scan a bit later, and then once more this morning before using the PC, all came back clean. I also emailed a screenshot of the error to my bank’s internet security team at [email protected] and reported it on the police fraud site at www.actionfraud.police.uk.
GoogleRed Screen
10 years
Got a call from a number claiming to be Microsoft Security, but the warning they showed was a really dodgy popup with loads of spelling errors on a supposed Chrome message. I didn’t ring back because Microsoft Security Essentials doesn’t even mess with your browser like that. If you do call them, the scammer tries to get your IP address by saying they’ll "fix your virus," but really that just lets them get into your computer and steal your personal stuff. Definitely dodgy stuff. I’ve got some background in IT and tech, so watch out for this kind of trick.
Microsoft
10 years
When you visit that site, it actually makes your real mouse pointer vanish and shows a fake mouse moving instead. Then it keeps popping up a box asking you to ring a certain number over and over. Most browsers nowadays have a little option like “Stop this site from making more popups” - tick that box first, then close the popup by hitting the X. Whatever you do, avoid clicking anywhere on the page itself, or it’ll open the same annoying page again. Just shut the tab or the whole window. As long as your antivirus is current, you shouldn’t have any trouble.
10 years
Got a popup saying my computer had a virus and they wanted £300 to fix it, which freaked me out. I cut off their connection and switched off my PC straight away. Now I’m running a full scan with Windows Defender just to be safe. Definitely steer clear of this number!!!
10 years
When you visit the site, it actually makes your cursor disappear and replaces it with an animated one, tricking you into thinking it’s yours. Then, it keeps popping up a message asking you to ring a certain number. Most browsers nowadays have a “Prevent this site from opening more popups” option - tick that box. After that, close the popup by clicking the X, but don’t click anywhere inside the page itself because that’ll just open the same page again. Best just to shut the tab or the whole browser. If your antivirus software is current, you shouldn’t have much to worry about.
10 years
Had the exact same weird thing happen to me. Out of nowhere, a dodgy screen popped up blocking me from using my Chrome browser. I called the number on there and ended up speaking to a bloke with an Indian accent who sounded just like those scam callers that ring out of the blue. He couldn’t explain why his phone number showed up on my laptop in the first place. I managed to get past the dodgy screen and ran a full scan with Norton - so far, everything seems fine.
Norton
10 years
My computer kept popping up loads of warning messages in different windows and I couldn’t even open my browser. I ended up switching it off and running a full scan, which thankfully found nothing wrong. Definitely watch out for this, it’s a really slick scam.
10 years
My laptop suddenly started showing loads of warning pop-ups and I couldn't even open my browser. I ended up shutting it down and running a virus scan, thankfully nothing harmful was found. Just a heads up, this scam looked pretty real!
10 years
A message popped up telling me to call this number. I turned my laptop off, restarted it, and did a virus scan, but it didn't find anything wrong. Still, my browser wouldn’t work. I had to take the battery out, and after that, everything seems fine now.
10 years
So I got this Trojan alert telling me to call 0800 0488866. It basically froze my browser, so I had to turn off my computer, start it up again and run Avira antivirus. Thankfully, it found nothing suspicious. When I googled the number, it led me to mksuri.co.uk, which turns out to be an immigration consultancy based in Essex.
AviraGoogleEssex
10 years
Got an email warning me my computer was hacked or something. I didn't call the number they provided, just ran my own security check and luckily everything came up clear.
10 years
It’s one of those scam virus things, but honestly, just shut down your computer and start it normally again, and everything should be fine.
10 years
I got a weird pop-up on Google, said it was from Microsoft and told me my computer had a trojan virus, asking me to ring a certain number. It freaked me out for a second, but I figured it was probably just a scam. So I shut down my PC and switched it back on after a bit. Everything seems alright now.
MicrosoftGoogle
10 years
I had two browser tabs going, and the one on top froze, but the one underneath stayed fine. I ended up opening the Task Manager and just shutting down the frozen browser. Everything worked out nicely after that.
10 years
While I was browsing on Google, a message popped up from this number saying my computer might have a virus. I was pretty freaked out for a couple of minutes. I quickly ran a scan with AVG antivirus and it didn’t find any problems. After that, I just shut my computer down and restarted it. Everything’s working fine now, so I think it was just a false alarm.
10 years
Got a call from some lot in India trying to pull a scam involving a virus on my dad. Seriously, don’t hand over your bank info to these muppets!
India
10 years
Beware! Got a call telling me to ring this number about a virus scam. Don’t fall for it!
10 years
My wife’s laptop showed this number saying it was Microsoft Essentials about some Trojan virus on her computer. I rang it but the bloke on the other end had an Indian accent and it didn’t seem legit, so I just cut the call. Then I shut the laptop, turned it back on and did a full Windows Essentials scan. Everything checked out fine in the end.
Microsoft
10 years
We just turned the computer off and on again to get rid of it. Pretty clear it was one of those scams.
10 years
Even after rebooting my PC, I’m still stuck with it and can’t seem to fix the problem 😠
10 years
Watch out, these folks push malware! Best not to pick up or ring them back if you can avoid it. If you're unsure, get your computer checked by a trusted IT expert nearby.
10 years
Don’t panic if you come across this scam alert! It won’t damage your computer or cause any real problems, just a total nuisance. NEVER ring the number they give you, it’s not necessary. The best way to deal with it is to reboot your machine. If you can’t shut down normally because of the popup, just hold down your computer’s power button until it powers off. After that, start it up as usual. Try to recall which website you were on when this popped up, and steer clear of it in the future. Hopefully this little tip helps you out.
10 years
I got this scary message and a voice alert from Google saying my PC was infected with a trojan horse virus and I had to ring this number.
Google
10 years
Don’t bother calling that number, it’s definitely a scam.
10 years
Try turning your computer off and then on again, that usually sorts it out.
10 years
Got one of those fake virus alerts popping up on my screen, trying to scare me into clicking something dodgy. Total scam!
10 years
I received a notification claiming my computer might be infected with a Trojan virus and prompted me to ring this number. Just a heads-up - steer clear of calling that number! Instead, make sure to perform a scan on your device.
10 years
I’m having the exact same problem, does anyone know how to stop these calls?
10 years
A message suddenly showed up on my Google browser saying it was from 'Windows Security'. Totally caught me off guard.
Google
10 years
This thing just keeps popping up like all the comments said before. Can't seem to close it, ends up covering my entire screen every time.
10 years
I’d stay clear of this number, looks like a total scam. Better run some anti-malware software on your computer just in case.
10 years
My computer showed a warning and asked me to ring the number above before I could do any online shopping.
10 years
Got a call from this number warning me my computer was in danger and telling me to cancel my bank stuff. When I tried ringing them back, it just rang out and then they hung up on me. Feeling pretty upset about the whole thing.

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