08080996746

I've had a similar experience! They requested the 2nd and 6th characters of my Vodafone password. I'm not even a customer of theirs! I played along and provided the letters F and O, and after a brief moment, they expressed their gratitude, stating everything was processed. Then, they started rambling on about some offers. I decided it was time to hang up!

Absolutely, this is a dodgy operation! They ask for your PIN under the guise of offering a phone upgrade, then they just sit back and wait for the package to arrive. Before you know it, someone’s at your doorstep claiming there’s been an error and they’re there to collect the parcel. It’s all rather fishy, to say the least!

Oh, come on, Pam! It's a right laugh poking fun at the poor soul in the call centre who's just trying to make a living on a meagre wage. They’re sitting there fielding calls as they come in, all you need to do is politely let them know you’re not interested, for goodness' sake! It's not rocket science, is it?

Received a call from this number claiming that due to my long-standing relationship with O2 (which is a complete lie), I was eligible for a 40% reduction on my bill for half a year. I was bombarded with two text messages instructing me to 'activate the discount', both making it crystal clear that I shouldn't divulge my 6-digit code to anyone, including O2 employees. I mentioned this to the caller, and he blatantly assured me that it was fine to share it with him, citing it as a precaution against other scams. Not a chance! I hung up on him, and since then, he's been relentless, ringing back four times and counting.

It took an eternity for them to respond after I greeted them, and then they had the audacity to suggest they could provide me with a superior deal for my mobile. My instincts told me it was a scam, so I decided to humor them and waste their time. They started off with an offer of 500 minutes, unlimited texts, and 200GB for a mere £35. I had to chuckle and told them, “That’s not really enticing, mate.” They quickly lowered it to £30. I said, “Not a chance. I’m already on an unlimited plan with everything included for just £20 a month. Sweeten the pot by adding the latest premium iPhone and iPad, and then we might have a conversation.” They rambled on about something else entirely, so I simply said I wasn’t interested and cut the call.

The initial ones, first and fourth, just don’t pop up for me, so I'm left with the second and third. I typically advise them to communicate via text, given my hearing impairment, so an upgrade to my phone isn’t necessary at all.

It resembles the time difference you’d find between England and India, which is about five hours apart.

If I happen to pick up one of these pesky calls, I can sniff them out as scammers within the blink of an eye-literally a couple of heartbeats! I often respond with, "Well, that's rather intriguing, but you'll need to chat with my other half, who handles all our financial matters. Just a moment, let me fetch her,” before promptly hanging up and heading off to brew myself a lovely cuppa. It brings me a certain satisfaction to know they’re squandering their time and resources waiting for someone who never materialises. Typically, after about thirty minutes, they've given up and moved on, never to return. Another little trick I have up my sleeve is to keep a whistle handy by the telephone. I act all demure, suggesting they hold the phone close, and then-bam!-I let them have it with a full-blown blast of the whistle. The colourful language coming from their end is a clear indication that it works a treat. Again, they don’t bother to ring back.

What an utter disgrace! It's clear that this is nothing more than a sham operation. They rang me up claiming to have secured a whopping £2,550 in compensation plus £1,550 in interest from my so-called bank. When I probed them for the name of my bank, I mentioned the "Bank of Paris" - a fictional establishment, mind you - and they fell for it without a clue! They handed me a reference and ID number while insisting they wouldn’t ask for any banking or card information. Apparently, the money was supposedly stashed in a ‘wallet’? Then along came another chap speaking with an accent, who wanted me to reaffirm those ID and reference numbers. I decided to give him a pair of totally fabricated numbers, and rather than catching on, he asked for my phone number to sort it out! After that, he supplied me with yet another set of ID and reference numbers, which didn't match the first lot at all. He even had the audacity to say I was a bit slow with technology and offered to help me access this mysterious wallet. He then instructed me to switch my phone to loudspeaker for reasons unknown and go to the play store to download an app called AnyDesk. This shady app would allow him to remotely control my phone and potentially snatch my personal information, banking details, and passwords. These lowlifes are a menace and absolutely must be reported. Please, everyone, let’s alert the police and the Financial Conduct Authority about this despicable phishing attempt!

Oh, that’s a total fabrication, but I’ll give them a 7 out of 10 for trying.

I've experienced something similar during my time with Vodafone as well. There was this individual who introduced himself as Hash, and bizarrely enough, he contacted me twice. I can't help but wonder if there’s someone within the company leaking personal information to outsiders.

Give blocking that number a go.

Hello! It seems like the best approach is to provide them with the first and fourth digits, which prompts them to respond with something along the lines of, “I’m not quite catching that; the connection is dreadful... shall we try once more? Oh dear, my computer seems to have gone wonky. Could you repeat the second and third numbers for me, PLEASE?” And lo and behold, they’ve managed to snag all the digits! There was a television programme not too long ago that divulged various tactics; some of them are quite convoluted, yet from the perspective of a scammer, they are akin to striking gold.

That caller claiming to be from Vodafone? Definitely dodgy! They're just a bunch of spammers trying to pull a fast one!

I received a phone call from someone purporting to be from the O2 Accounts and Billing team. As soon as I heard that, I terminated the call immediately since I'm actually a Virgin Mobile customer, not O2! Seems like a classic scam to me!

There’s really no need for psychic abilities here. All it takes is a bit of common sense - avoiding being a bother, really. Surely, that’s something we can all grasp! Nobody enjoys those irritating calls, not even the ones making them should find it acceptable.

I’ve got a strong feeling that these sites are actually managed by the very individuals making those annoying calls. They’re likely gathering the information you share to improve their tactics. Honestly, who forks out cash to create and sustain a site that supposedly offers a complimentary service otherwise? Time to open your eyes, folks!

If you happen to enter the wrong PIN, it alters the digits they subsequently request. I’m employed by Vodafone, and I can definitely vouch for that.

USEFUL POINTERS:--- 1): If you receive a call that has an awkward pause of more than 2-4 seconds before anyone utters a word, it's almost certainly a scam. Unless you’re running a business, it’s pretty straightforward to recognise familiar voices amongst your contacts. If something seems off, just decline the call, or if there’s that annoying delay, definitely hit reject! 2): Should the voice on the other end be a posh American woman, or any unfamiliar tone for that matter, requesting that you tap some buttons, just hang up. No reputable company would ever ask you to press keys before explaining what the call is regarding. I’ll be sure to keep you posted if I encounter any more dodgy calls. Stay safe out there!

USEFUL POINTERS:--- 1) If there's a pause lasting more than 2-4 seconds before anyone utters a word, it's almost certainly a scam call. Seriously, unless you’re running a business, you already know who’s likely to ring you up. So, when in doubt, just hang up or, if you notice that gap, don’t hesitate to end the call! 2) Should you hear a posh American lady’s voice or any unfamiliar tone instructing you to press buttons, just cut the line. No credible company would ever ask you to fiddle with your phone before explaining why they're calling. In the event I receive any more dodgy calls, I’ll keep you all updated. Take care!

Hello love, Just a quick note to say that it's actually spelled Vodafone! Don't forget to send over the funds, sweetheart. Cheers, Vodafone Customer Service

Could someone shed some light on why, after being a loyal customer of Vodafone for the past couple of years, not to mention my extended history with Talk Mobile, which is rather too long to count, I keep receiving unsolicited calls every single day? Is this a display of sheer incompetence or merely a sign of utter foolishness? - Caller: Vodafone

Got a call from a number flagged as spam by my phone. Ignored the first one, then didn’t answer the second or third, which came over a couple of days.

I received a call from Vodafone's sales team. They were eager to entice me with a brand new phone in exchange for extending my current contract with them. I suppose these calls are reserved for existing customers, aren’t they?

Havent got a clue who this is but they keep ringin me non stop all day long.

This seems like yet another dodgy scam to me.

It sounded like Vodafone. They started with some intro then asked me to confirm my name and the first and last numbers of my pin. I told them I wasn’t happy giving personal info to an unknown caller and just ended the call.

got calls bugging me for days, every time i picked up they just hung up. ended up blocking the number in the end.

Phone rang while I was behind the wheel, so I didn't pick up.

They rang me, I answered saying hello and they just hung up straight away.

they keep calling me like every day, probably another scam, when will the government actually do something about these scam phone operators?

Annoying person ringing me nonstop.

They keep ringing me loads of times each day. Either chill out or I’m blocking them.

They keep calling me over and over every day!

Do keep in mind that scammers have the ability to disguise their numbers, making it look as though they are ringing from a genuine Vodafone line. This implies that a few of the claims about such calls actually being from Vodafone could be accurate. Yet, it’s wise to approach any caller claiming to represent a company with a degree of caution. - caller: Not applicable

They keep ringing me daily, why tho?

Got a call from this number again but they didn’t leave any voicemail.

Can someone tell me who owns 08080996746? Cheers!

Got two calls from this number but no messages were left on my voicemail.

Just been getting empty voicemails left on my phone.

01603 531248. Rather frustrating, isn’t it? I picked up the phone, only for the caller to hang up right away. If they weren’t seeking a chat, then what was the point of ringing? I've promptly added this number to my BT blacklist, yet I can only guess they’ll try their luck with a different line soon enough. Next time they call, though, I won’t hesitate to let them know exactly how I feel! - caller: 01603 531248

apparently its vodafone, just leave me alone!

They rang my mobile but I didn’t have my phone on me at the time. Didn’t leave any message either. After reading some of the comments here, I decided to block the number since I’m not interested in buying anything from Vodaphone.

They've rung me three times saying it's something to do with Vodafone rewards. Each time I said I wasn't interested and just ended the call. I've blocked the number now.

Got two calls earlier and didn’t pick up, but if it was Vodafone they’d usually leave a voicemail or text saying to call them on 191!

They have been ringing me multiple times over the past few days - last call just went straight to voicemail with no message left.

They've been ringing me twice every day for a whole week, so I held off replying until I saw others' comments. Wasn’t surprised at all, and after reading what people said, I’ve gone ahead and blocked the number.

They ring me daily, seriously, just quit it!

They ring me loads during the day, but I never pick up.

Just got a call from "Vodafone" trying to push a Huawei tablet on me. Definitely blocking that number now.

I just ignored the call.

A bloke from Birmingham called me claiming he was with Vodafone. He said he'd noticed I'd added something to my basket on the Vodafone site and wanted to know why I hadn't finished the purchase. I told him I was checking if I could have it charged on my monthly Vodafone bill. He asked if I'd already spoken to Vodafone, and when I said, "Well, you're Vodafone, right?" he just ended the call.

They’ve rang me a couple of times, not sure if it’s Vodafone or some sort of scam.

Picked up the phone and could hear some chuckling and chatting in the background, sounded like a quiet guy with an Indian accent. When I said hello, the call just got cut straight away.

They’ve rung me like 7 times over the last few days, so I just stopped picking up.

missed a call from this number

I picked up, could hear some chuckling and talking in the background, then the call just got cut off.

Got a call from Vodafone pushing their offers again.

They rang me, I could hear some unclear chatting and giggling before they just cut the call. Honestly, feels like harassment to me.

This number rang me twice today but didn’t leave any message either time. Feels like harassment to me, so I won’t be answering if they call again.

They rang but didn’t bother to leave any message.

They kept ringing but never dropped a voicemail.

They rang me a couple of times today. Picked up the second call and a woman with an Irish accent said she was from Vodafone rewards. I told her to remove me from their call list and just send me an email if I qualify for any prize - they already have my info.

They ring every day, at all sorts of times, sometimes really late as well.

They keep ringing but never bother to leave a voicemail.

Got a call from this number claiming to be Vodafone, talking about some special deals on my account. They asked if I had a moment to chat, but I said I was about to leave, so no. Still, they kept trying to make small talk like "How’s your day going?" which I’m not a fan of - just stick to the facts, please. Then they asked for my PIN, which I wasn’t comfortable sharing, so I nicely told them I’d rather get any info via email or text. If they’re legit, that should be fine.

I had this number saved as Vodafone since they called me a few weeks back. They've been ringing me a lot this week which I kept ignoring, but I picked up tonight thinking maybe it was about winning something from Vodafone rewards! Turns out, they were just checking if I'm happy with my plan and seeing if I had any questions or anything like that.

No message left, and if it was Vodafone, they’d usually leave one. Didn’t pick up, annoying spam so I blocked the number.

Got a missed call, no voicemail left but the line never actually dropped.

Got a call claiming to be from Vodafone about some deals. They said I was due for an upgrade and suggested I pop into the local shop. Later, they said it was about some extra services. Told them I was busy at work and asked to call after 6 or 7. They just hung up on me. Proper rude! Lucky I didn’t carry on with the chat.

No words said.

Called them a few times but they dont leave any voicemail.

They called me a couple of times but, like with any unknown number, I just ignored it. No voicemail was left either, so I reckon it wasn’t that urgent. I've blocked the number now.

I’ve had enough of this annoyance; it’s beyond tiresome. My advice? Go find something meaningful to do!

Looked like a Vodafone 'courtesy call' but honestly dont need that so ive blocked the number.

08080996746 called me and now they’re blocked. Not getting any more calls from them, that’s for sure.

Said they were from Vodafone but asked for my personal info like my name. Couldn’t show me any proof they were legit Vodafone, so I didn’t share anything. Ended the call. When banks ring, they usually give you bits of info first so you know it’s genuine. If it was Vodafone, they’d do the same thing.

I just rang Vodafone Customer Service at 08080408408 and they sorted out my preferences to block marketing calls. You can also do this online if you prefer. I’ve recently asked them to stop these annoying Vodafone marketing calls and was told it should stop within 24 hours.

They just hung up on me? Didnt even leave a voicemail or say anything? What the heck?

From what I can tell, it kinda looks legit - but it definitely isn’t Vodafone. When I told them it sounded like a sales call and I didn’t feel safe sharing my PIN, they got all rude and just dropped the call!

Yeah, it’s legit, it’s a separate company that works for Vodafone trying to push their products and services, and they get a commission. Pretty standard stuff really.

This number rang me yesterday and again today around the same time. They didn’t leave any voicemail, so I’ve no idea who they are. If they’re legit, why wouldn’t they just leave a message?

If it’s a legit number, they should just leave a voicemail so you can get a clue who they are and what they want. Then next time they ring, you’ve got a better idea and might actually answer. I never pick up if I don’t recognise the number. If it’s important, they’ll leave a message anyway.

I just rated Vodafone really badly on one of their surveys, curious if that might get me a free new phone or something? If they call me again I'll pick up and let you know what happens.

080 8099 6746 has been calling me daily for a week now. I don’t know the number so I’ve just blocked it. People say it’s Vodafone, but if that’s true why not just send an email so you know it’s legit? There’s loads of scams these days so I wouldn’t pick up if you’re unsure either.