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08081433707

☎️ 08081433707 👆 is a valid (Free To Call) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Vodafone Ltd (Thus). It is part of the phone block 808143 with a prefix of 0808.

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0808 143 3707 Tagged as:

wizzplay ee m & s vodafone tesco morrisons freemsg argos phonepayplus uk

TimeLine of events for phone number 08081433707

  • Fraudsters stealing money without consent
    Oct
    2017
  • Scammed by Whizz Play, frustrated
    Mar
    2017
  • Unexpected charges for ignored texts
    Feb
    2017
  • Fraudulent texts result in theft
    Feb
    2017
  • Reported fraud, awaiting full refund
    Dec
    2016
  • Unknowingly subscribed, seeking refunds
    Dec
    2016
  • Received unwanted texts, reported fraud
    Dec
    2016
  • Seeking provider info and refund
    Dec
    2016
  • Scam text led to stolen money
    Dec
    2016
  • Unauthorized subscriptions feel illegal
    Nov
    2016
  • Received a text message
    Nov
    2016
  • Scammed by O2, report needed
    Nov
    2016
  • Concern about privacy and harassment
    Nov
    2016
  • Scammed, ignored, legal concerns expressed
    Nov
    2016
  • Beware of unexpected subscription charges
    Nov
    2016
  • Unauthorized subscription concerns and questions
    Nov
    2016
  • Scammers promised partial refund, waiting
    Nov
    2016
  • Talk Mobile fraud billing issue
    Nov
    2016
  • User reports £100 scam experience
    Oct
    2016
  • Unexpected charge, seeking refund assistance
    Oct
    2016
  • Wizz Play charges are unaffordable
    Oct
    2016
  • Wizzplay should face fraud penalties
    Oct
    2016
  • Unauthorized charges from text messages
    Oct
    2016
  • Contact Ombudsman if unresolved issues
    Oct
    2016
  • Reported scam, contacting m&s support
    Oct
    2016
  • Stop unauthorized charges or face police
    Oct
    2016
  • Number associated with play-text complaint
    Sep
    2016
  • Unexpected charges causing frustration
    Sep
    2016
  • Receiving unwanted competition subscription messages
    Sep
    2016
  • Receiving unwanted subscription text messages
    Sep
    2016
  • Beware of fake Tesco texts
    Sep
    2016
  • Frustrated by scam email experience
    Sep
    2016
  • Concerned about phone scam theft
    Sep
    2016
  • Reported fraud issue with M&S
    Sep
    2016
  • Help stop unwanted mobile messages
    Aug
    2016
  • Virgin charged customer without consent
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammed, can't stop messages, help
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam message impersonating M&S company
    Aug
    2016
  • Contact phone provider about scam
    Aug
    2016
  • Unauthorized subscription, request refund urgently
    Aug
    2016
  • O2 charged, seeking refund, disability
    Aug
    2016
  • Unwanted text message for payment
    Aug
    2016
  • Charged weekly without reply, threatening police
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammers should be stopped, refund issues
    Aug
    2016
  • Lost money, unsolved subscription issue
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam with M&S voucher lure
    Aug
    2016
  • Unauthorized game site scam involving Wizzplay
    Aug
    2016
  • Questionable charges on cell phone
    Aug
    2016
  • Husband scammed, received £36 refund
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam subscription charges on phone
    Aug
    2016
  • Wizzplay messages likely a scam
    Aug
    2016
  • Warning about potential scam company
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammed, unauthorized money withdrawal issue
    Aug
    2016
  • Issue with unauthorized £4.50 charge
    Aug
    2016
  • Despicable criminals and con artists
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammed by CLAUSMOBI for $4.50
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam text from Vodafone, unhelpful
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammers owe me money, no refund
    Aug
    2016
  • Avoid subscribing; it's a scam
    Aug
    2016
  • User did not subscribe
    Aug
    2016
  • Unauthorized charges, seeking urgent cancellation
    Jul
    2016
  • Scam message from Play-Text competition
    Jul
    2016
  • Unauthorized charges by Wizzplay, frustrating
    Jul
    2016
  • Avoid competition scams, unsubscribe immediately
    Jul
    2016
  • Unwanted subscription, unable to cancel
    Jul
    2016
  • Unwanted subscription charge reported
    Jul
    2016
  • Wizzplay refund process raises concerns
    Jul
    2016
  • Concerned about potential text scam
    Jul
    2016
  • Concerned about refund, potential scam
    Jul
    2016
  • Receiving unwanted, troubling phone calls
    Jul
    2016
  • Avoid sending unnecessary messages
    Jul
    2016
  • Companies must face fraud consequences
    Jul
    2016
  • Suspicious winnings call, unsure legitimacy
    Jul
    2016
  • Unwanted messages from Marks and Spencer
    Jul
    2016
  • Need help stopping phone charges
    Jul
    2016
  • Scammers need police investigation now
    Jul
    2016
  • Stop M@S Rewards scam calls
    Jul
    2016
  • Reporting scam number needed urgently
    Jun
    2016
  • Scam issues with phone provider
    Jun
    2016
  • Scam avoided by sending STOP message
    Jun
    2016
  • Unauthorized charges, scam accusation
    Jun
    2016
  • Warning about possible scam number
    Jun
    2016
  • Unexpected weekly charge from M&S
    Jun
    2016
  • Scammed, lost money, seeking refund
    Jun
    2016
  • EE charged unfair fees, poor service
    Jun
    2016
  • Scammed weekly fee; contacting Vodafone
    Jun
    2016
  • Scammed, charged, no response, illegal
    Jun
    2016
  • Helpful EE refund and unsubscription details
    Jun
    2016
  • Scam email led to unwanted subscription
    Jun
    2016
  • Unwanted Wizzplay subscription, seeking cancellation
    Jun
    2016
  • Unauthorized charges, seeks removal urgently
    Jun
    2016
  • Unwanted subscription text, deleted message
    Jun
    2016
  • Unwanted text message competition service
    Jun
    2016
  • Text charge issue, unable to stop
    Jun
    2016
  • Tesco scam, lost £30, unsettling
    Jun
    2016
  • Pensioner needs phone credit urgently
    Jun
    2016
  • Charged incorrectly, seeking refund options
    Jun
    2016
  • Concern about potential hidden charges
    Jun
    2016
  • Wizzplay subscription message concerns
    May
    2016
  • Request refund from WizzPlay, OFCOM
    May
    2016
  • Scammed by Lidl, seeking help
    May
    2016
  • Tesco's involvement was expected
    May
    2016
  • Scammed using Argos name, unhelpful
    May
    2016
  • Scammed by wizzplay, seeking refund
    May
    2016
  • Morrisons needs to fix Wizzplay connection
    May
    2016
  • Stop this scam immediately
    May
    2016
  • No response from this number
    May
    2016
  • Unwanted subscription charge from Morrisons
    May
    2016
  • Negative experience with Argos service
    May
    2016
  • Unauthorized charge, unable to stop
    May
    2016
  • Rip off, difficult unsubscribe process
    May
    2016
  • Struggling to stop subscription service
    May
    2016
  • Concerned about unwanted subscription charges
    May
    2016
  • Message to stop spam texts
    May
    2016
  • Unauthorized subscription deduction, need help
    May
    2016
  • Warning about website terms & conditions
    May
    2016
  • Problem with unwanted SMS notifications
    May
    2016
  • Complaint about hidden phone charge
    May
    2016
  • Account was a scam, cancel
    May
    2016
  • Unwanted texts requesting payment, ineffective contact
    May
    2016
  • Joined subscription, unable to cancel
    May
    2016
  • Confusion over receiving unsolicited messages
    Apr
    2016
  • Upset about fraudulent charges, canceling
    Apr
    2016
Number Of Searches: 109 Number Of Comments: 120 First Seen: 10 April 2016 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Crossmaglen(County Armagh), Penrhos(Monmouthshire), Pinkney(Wiltshire) and Rosemarkie(Highland).

08081433707 has 120 comments of which 89 x neutral and 31 x negative

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08081433707 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 08081433707 👆 is reported as a persistent scam involving unsolicited subscription to a costly weekly competition service, frequently disguised as promotions from reputable retailers like M&S, Morrisons, Tesco, Argos, and others. Victims, including vulnerable and elderly users, have been charged recurring fees without clear consent, often after responding to deceptive texts or emails offering fake prizes or vouchers. Attempts to unsubscribe via designated STOP texts are commonly unsuccessful or incur additional charges. Mobile providers often struggle to block these premium-rate services or assist with refunds, leaving many feeling defrauded and frustrated. Complaints highlight slow or partial refunds, inadequate customer support, and concerns about the legitimacy of refund processes. Authorities such as PhonepayPlus and the police are recommended contacts for resolution, while caution towards such offers and vigilance with mobile privacy are strongly advised.

Reports on phone number 08081433707

9 years
What a bunch of crooks, they keep taking money from my account without asking. Absolutely disgusting, just a complete rip-off.
10 years
Anon For quite some time now, I've been losing money from my mobile credit because of whizz play. I only noticed it on 04/03/17 when £9.00 was taken from my top-up balance without my okay. I got in touch with lebara, who told me to ring whizz play directly, but said the call would cost a premium charge. I'm at a bit of a loss about how to put a stop to this - really feel ripped off and fed up.
Whizz PlayLebara
10 years
Over the past few months, I've ended up with more than £70 added to my phone bill because of game texts from Wizzplay that I just ignored, not realising each message was charging me £3.75. I did enter an online contest to try and win an iPhone - that part I recall - but I would never have signed up for something like this sly gaming scam on purpose. Honestly, what they've done feels really dodgy and could even be illegal.
10 years
I only just worked out that those annoying texts were actually a sneaky way to charge me £3.75 each time. Following O2's suggestion, I requested a full refund, but they only gave me £13.50 back. Turns out Wizzplay is run by Claus Mobi in Düsseldorf. Does the EU have any watchdog that could shut these scammers down? This feels like outright robbery.
WizzplayClausMobiDüsseldorfEU
10 years
Just to update, I’ve lodged complaints with my mobile provider, phonepayplus, and the advertising standards authority, plus I’ve also reported the whole thing to the police fraud unit. So far, they haven’t contacted me. Today, I rang the company after sending them an email. Initially, they said I could only get about £3 back, but it should have been £13.50. I told them their ad was misleading and that I’d reported it to the police. After a brief hold, they came back and agreed to refund the full £13.50. Now I’m waiting to see if they actually credit it to my PayPal account like they promised.
PhonepayPlusPayPal
10 years
I think I accidentally got involved by entering my mobile number for a Morrisons contest and didn’t realise they were charging me £4.50 every month. It wasn’t until last Friday I noticed three payments had gone through. I’ve reached out to phonepayplus but they haven’t been much help so far. I also emailed Wizzplay to complain and I’m still waiting to hear back. My mobile provider, GiffGaff, told me they can’t block premium services if I’ve already subscribed to them. Looks like I might have to change my number, which I’ve had for ages.
MorrisonsPhonepayplusWizzplayGiffgaff
10 years
Loads of texts from Wizzplay have been coming through to me, but I never signed up for any of that nonsense. Despite that, they've somehow deducted money from my mobile credit. I've flagged this as FRAUD to Tesco Mobile, and now it's their job to sort out the refund properly. Managing fraud and preventing these risks falls on the mobile provider - if they can’t control it, then they ought to give the money back. It’s like someone just grabbing £10 from my wallet and walking off with it - no way I’m letting that slide. I'm ready to take legal action if needed. Mobile companies really need to get their act together and stop this happening in the first place.
WizzplayTesco Mobile
10 years
Hey, this happened to me too, could you tell me who your provider is? Also, does anyone know if there's a way to get the money back from the company that actually took it from me?
10 years
A text popped up on my phone a while back, but I figured it was dodgy and ignored it. Then, when my phone bill arrived, I noticed £40.50 missing. My network provider has covered £20 of it so far and said they've blocked any more of those messages. Still can’t believe they let this go through in the first place.
10 years
I just don't get how I ended up subscribed to something I never signed up for. It's crazy how they manage to pull money from my account without asking me first. Surely this can't be legal!
10 years
My number got linked to 02... and I think they've tricked me. Would appreciate if someone could report them because I don’t want to ring them myself. Honestly, I’m done trusting 02 now.
10 years
I got a text instead of a call.
10 years
How do these folks even get my number? Is there a way to make them stop calling me?
10 years
Exactly like the others, I got scammed out of £5. I don't understand how this is allowed to happen? I've sent emails asking for a refund but they've just ignored me. It's crazy that they're allowed to do this without any consequences.
10 years
I've recently had issues with a company named wizzplay.com. They claimed I signed up for a weekly quiz service, which I had no clue about. It ended up costing me more than £15. Vodafone couldn’t identify the source of the premium texts until I received my bill. My tip would be if you notice any strange charges on your mobile bill, contact your network provider and ask them to block all premium rate numbers to prevent any further charges. Also, watch out for messages from number 68003. If you get a text asking you to cancel a subscription, make sure to reply with "stop" to actually cancel it.
wizzplay. comVodafone
10 years
Got a message saying I’m signed up to Wizzplay, which is news to me as I never did anything like that. They want me to text STOP to 65003 to cancel it.

Can someone explain how they reckon I’ve agreed to this? And if it’s legit, how on earth would they have my bank info in the first place?!

Wizzplay
10 years
So I got scammed out of £94 and called the number back, spoke with someone named Robert Heron. He told me I was unsubscribed now and promised to refund me half, about £47.25. They needed my bank details and said it could take as long as 21 days for the refund. If not, they said I'd have to take it to the ombudsman. I got a text this afternoon at 3.53pm saying I'm unsubscribed now. They also said they'd send me an email confirming how much I'll get back. I'll update if I actually receive it.
Robert Heron
10 years
Talk Mobile charged me for texts I never sent or received, and when I asked them to take it off my bill, they refused. Honestly, it feels like they’re just ripping people off, which is just not on. They really ought to be held accountable for this kind of dodgy behaviour.
Talk Mobile
10 years
yeah lost 100 quid to a scam, what are we supposed to do now?
10 years
Just had my phone bill through and noticed a £36 charge from a 60288 number. I never signed up with this firm and reckon I should get that £36 back. Not sure who to contact about sorting this out though. - E Scott
Scott
10 years
Today I rang this number to get Wizz Play to stop taking money from my account. They've took £4.50 twice already, and as a pensioner, I really shouldn't be wasting cash on stuff I didn’t agree to.
Wizz Play
10 years
How come Wizzplay is allowed to carry on with this scam? Someone really needs to do something about it, maybe even throw them in jail for a bit.
Wizzplay
10 years
Got a message saying if I didn't text "stop" to 60288, they'd charge me £4.50. So far, they've already taken that amount three times from me. I spoke to my provider and they told me they can't stop these charges, but they did trace the number back to a company called mgage, located in Tower Building, London. Is there no way the cops or some agency can step in and put a stop to these scammers? They definitely ain't allowed to be taking my money like this.
MgageTower BuildingLondon
10 years
Was just browsing the M&S site when I got scammed. I’m definitely gonna get in touch with M&S about it. What’s the best thing to do now?
M & S
10 years
If you havent gotten it fixed within 8 weeks, try reaching out to the communications Ombudsman. Their number is 0330 440 1614, fax 0330 440 1615, and for textphone, 0330 440 1600. Hopefully theyll help sort things out.
Ombudsman Services
10 years
I swear, if you keep taking money from my account I’ll have no choice but to report you to the cops. Stop it right now!
10 years
I had a run in with this number, it’s linked to "play-text". After I kept at it and filed a complaint, the main company Clause Mobile finally decided to cover my expenses. If you want to sort it out, reach out to them at [email protected]. Don’t hold back and make sure they hear you. Best of luck sorting it!
Clause Mobile
10 years
I keep receiving emails from this number saying something like "FreeMSG: Reminder: You're signed up to the Play-Text weekly competition for £4.50 a week until you text stop to 60288. Help? 08081433707." Usually, just before that, I get a text from 02 UK. The message usually reads: "Last chance! You'll get an extra £20 credit when you top up once before 07/09/2016. You've got 21 days to use this credit for calls, texts, or data. To cancel, text 2229." The sender shows as 02(UK). Name: M Thomas Phone: 07599878844
FreeMSGUKM. Thomas
10 years
I keep receiving emails from this number saying "FreeMSG: Reminder: You're signed up for the Play-Text weekly competition service costing £4.50 weekly until you text stop to 60288. Assistance? 08081433707." Right before that, I usually get a text from 02(UK) which says, "Last chance! Get an extra £20 credit when you top up once before 07/09/2016. You’ll have 21 days to use your credit on calls, texts, or data. To opt out of these messages, text 2229." The sender always shows up as 02(UK). Anyone else had this?
FreeMSGUK
10 years
Some random amounts have been added onto my EE account and I’ve got no clue where they came from. I reckon it’s some kind of competition or promo I never entered. It’s super frustrating cause this isn’t the first time its happened and I always have to chase them to get my refund sorted. Proper annoying!
EE
10 years
I get loads of texts claiming to be from stores like Tesco or M&S, and they look so real it’s easy to be fooled. You really have to watch out and not click on any of the links. They’re not just irritating, they can also cost you money.
TescoMarksSpencer
10 years
Seems like they’re managing to sneak £4.50 out of people’s accounts with this trick. I’m wondering what Tesco, as my network, can actually do here? Should I even bother trying to get the police involved? Feels like loads of folks must be getting ripped off.
Tesco
10 years
Just made a purchase from M&S and soon after started getting emails that seemed to be asking for feedback and offering a chance to win £500 in vouchers. Usually, I’m super cautious about scams, so I’m really annoyed this one slipped by me. It feels like this should be treated as a criminal offence. Tomorrow, I’m definitely reaching out to my phone company to block any payments going to those scammers calling themselves Whizzplay Weekly. This sort of scam needs to be highlighted in the news because often, by the time people spot the warnings, they’ve already fallen for it. MT
M & SWhizzplay WeeklyCheersMT
10 years
I reckon I clicked on an email that looked like it was from M&S, and somehow they managed to grab money straight from my phone. I've already told payphoneplus about the number. Isn't there any way for phone companies to track these scammers down and help get the cash back for the folks they've ripped off?
M & SPayphonePlus
10 years
I only use my phone in case of emergencies, and I’m getting these messages all the time. How do I make them stop? Also, can someone tell me how to do a top-up properly? Please help!
10 years
Had to spend ages on the phone with Virgin after noticing I’d been charged for over six weeks, plus an extra £18 on top, even though this was the first text I got from them. No clue how they got my number or why I’m being billed. These companies seriously need to be cracked down on. I never signed up for anything and don’t even know who they are. I’m dealing with post-cancer stuff and don’t need the added stress or the cost - I’m on disability and can’t afford this.
Virgin
10 years
Got a call from the number up top claiming to be from M&S saying I've signed up for some "WIZZPLAY WEEKLY COMPETITION SERVICE". They say if I want to stop it, I have to text STOP to 65003, but none of my messages are actually getting sent. Really need some help with this. Thanks. - A. Snapes (Pensioner)
M & S
10 years
Totally a rip off! They claim to be from M&S with some kind of gift surprise. But then you get told you’ll be paying £4.50 every week until you cancel. Nowhere in the message did it say it wasn’t really M&S or that there’d be any fees. Proper sneaky if you ask me.
MarksSpencerM & S
10 years
If you’re having issues, you should call your mobile provider and ask them to block any third-party charges. I just sorted this because there’s a scam going around with something called whizzplay, and I got tricked thinking it was from M&S.
WhizzplayM & S
10 years
Got a text on my phone saying I’d been signed up for some wiz play thing charging £4.50 every week. I never signed up and they’ve been taking cash out for more than a month now. Tried calling the number and left a voicemail. Really want my money returned.
Wiz Play
10 years
I called O2 today because this company charged me and thankfully O2 blocked it, but I still need to ring them on Monday to sort out a refund. I don’t think O2 should let this happen in the first place. I’m on disability and only got this phone last month for emergencies, so it’s really frustrating.
O2
10 years
Got a text saying I owe £4.50 unless I reply to 60288. Never signed up for anything like that.
10 years
Just got a text saying I owe £4.50 a week. Like some others mentioned, when I try to reply, the message just won't go through. I’ve also sent an email. This feels like outright theft and if I don’t hear back within a day, I’m taking it to the police.
10 years
It's shocking that these fraudsters can carry on without any consequences, and honestly, the mobile networks ought to step in. My husband had to email them a few times about getting his money back, and now he’s finally got a proper letter saying the refund will go straight into his bank (he only shared his details because they asked for them to process it). Their website mentions refunds should come through within 14 days, but when he raised a complaint, it was definitely way past that deadline. Still, it doesn’t hurt to reach out to them. They do have a website, after all.
10 years
I never signed up for this at all, yet I've ended up losing over £40. My phone company told me they can’t help with this. So what’s the point? Where do we even go from here?
10 years
Got a call about some M&S voucher deal, but it was a total scam trying to get me to agree to a weekly fee on my phone bill. Tried to block the number but it wouldn’t work and they even charged me for the blocked calls. O2 told me to just email the company behind it because they couldn’t help much since it’s a third-party thing. Really frustrating!
M & S
10 years
Got hit by scammers, they somehow racked up £18 on my mobile by sending me messages through a premium text service. Proper annoying!
10 years
My partner ended up getting tricked after he entered a competition and gave his phone number on the form (something I’d never agree to). He assumed it was from Morrisons because it looked like it was, but I doubt they're really involved. He got a text confirmation but didn’t bother checking the small print about any fees. Just to warn others, you can actually claim a refund within 14 days. He was unsure about sharing his bank info at first, but luckily, he’s now got £36 back.
Morrisons
10 years
Avoid these lot completely! They sent me a fake email pretending to offer M&S vouchers and ended up costing me £4.50. Pretty pricey error and honestly, it felt like it was right on the edge of being fraud. Wouldn't trust them for a second.
M & S
10 years
So my missus got a couple of texts from this Wizzplay lot, right? I decided to follow up and now I think I might have just set off some sneaky trap to nick my cash. Pretty sure it's a scam, no doubt about it.
10 years
I got scammed by these lot too and i still cant figure out how they managed to take money from my account with no autorisation. Surely my phone company should have some kind of protection against this? It's really frustrating.
10 years
I got a call from 08081433707 and it said if I don’t text STOP to some number - which doesn’t even seem real - they’ll take £4.50 from me? Then when I tried calling that same number back, it just wouldn’t connect. Total scam, I reckon.
10 years
Absolute scoundrels and fraudsters, just lowlife criminals.
10 years
I just got ripped off for £4.50 by some company called CLAUSMOBI, which seems to be from Germany. I never signed up for anything, yet they took money from me. I’m 73 and can’t be throwing money away like this. Can someone please do something about these scam firms? Their text number is 60288.
CLAUSMOBIGermany
10 years
Today I got a free message from these awful people telling me to text 60288 if I want to stop them taking money from my Vodafone account. Last month I tried sorting this out with Vodafone and had a long chat with them, but they said my info didn’t match their records, like my dob or something, so they couldn't help me at all. Such a waste of time!
Vodafone
10 years
Total scam, folks. Stay well away and don’t sign up with them!
10 years
I got the payments to these scammers stopped, but they still haven’t given me back the £30+ they owe me. They sent an email saying they’d sort the refund, but so far, nothing’s actually happened. It’s frustrating.
10 years
I never signed up for this at all.
10 years
I got a text that seemed to be from M & S, a company I often shop with, so I answered without much thought. Then they said I'd be signed up to a Play-Text competition that would cost me £4.50 every week unless I sent STOP to 60288. If I wanted any assistance, they gave this number 08081433707 to ring. I really hope EE and M & S know about this dodgy scam - it’s just not on!
M & SEE
10 years
So I got this text about a £500 Argos voucher and gave them my number, bit silly I know. Now I’m getting messages saying I’m signed up to some ‘whizz’ thing and it’s from a number I can’t even reply to. They’re charging me £4.50 every week on my phone bill and I have no idea how to stop it. Feels like a total scam and it’s really not fair at all.
10 years
Since April, I've been getting charged by Wizzplay for something I never agreed to, and I only found out when my EE bill shot up to £50 instead of the usual £30. It's furious me that they can just swipe money from your phone contract without asking - it's basically theft! I've called that number to cancel, but come Monday, I'm ringing EE to demand a refund. It's so wrong, and I can't believe EE would let this happen without warning me. How is this even allowed? I NEVER SIGNED UP FOR WIZZPLAY! 😠😠😠
WizzplayEE
10 years
Got a text from these lot saying they’d charge me £4.50 every month. I replied with STOP to 60288. They texted back saying I’d been unsubscribed from their weekly quiz and no more charges would come through. I also got in touch with my phone provider to let them know. Honestly, I’d warn anyone against dealing with anyone or any firms online who send emails asking you to join competitions and want your mobile number. Just don’t bother with them - it’s a total scam. Now I’m just waiting to see if they actually take any money on my next bill after I sent STOP.
10 years
Got a message earlier saying something about a Free Msg Reminder for Play-Text weekly comp and that it costs £4.50 every week unless I text stop to 60288. Thing is, I never signed up for this at all. Tried replying with stop but it just won't go through, says failed each time. Anyone know how I can actually cancel this? It's pretty frustrating!
10 years
This number rang me saying I'd signed up for some Play-Text weekly competition and that £4.50 would be taken monthly from my Vodafone bill. I've never ever signed up for such a thing! I'm really worried about where they get these numbers from. I've also had to reach out to Vodafone so they could put a block on that company. Honestly, this kind of stuff shouldn’t be happening at all!
Vodafone
10 years
Amy - My other half told me he got charged more than £30 by Wizzplay and stopped their texts. Then the company emailed saying they'd refund him, though their site says refunds only happen if cancelled within 14 days, and it's been longer than that, so no idea why they agreed. He didn’t want to share his bank info, so asked me if I could give my PayPal details, but I’m a bit wary. If anyone actually got a refund, could you let us know here? They emailed saying he joined in May or something like that. I remember he sent me a link from a Morrisons competition and asked if I thought it was legit, but he’s easily confused so maybe he gave his number without remembering. The email also mentioned he must have typed in a PIN, which he claims he never did.
SophieWizzplay
10 years
So today I got a message telling me I’ll be charged £4.50 every week unless I text back to 60288 to cancel. Thing is, I never signed up for any of this, so I’m pretty sure it’s dodgy. Can they actually take money from me if I don’t reply? I’m a bit nervous about just ignoring it - do you think it’ll just stop if I don’t do anything?
10 years
Hey, So this company said they would refund me for some text message charges, but I haven't had any updates or anything from them since then. I've given them my PayPal info to sort out the refund, but now I’m starting to get really suspicious and think it might be a scam. Cheers, Amy
Amy
10 years
I dunno why people keep ringin me up with all this bad stuff. Who even does that?
10 years
Could you please stop sending me pointless messages? They're really annoying.
10 years
Honestly, these firms are basically running a con and oughta be dragged into court for fraud. It’s clear they’re just crooks tryin to pull one over on folks. You see all these dodgy ads from well-known British businesses like Tesco, Morrisons, and even M&S, telling you to enter prize draws. These are major companies with plenty of money, so surely they can do more to shut these scams down instead of just letting it go on. It's high time someone stepped up and cracked down on this nonsense.
UKTescoMorrisonsM & S
10 years
I received a call telling me I’d won £500 but they asked for my IBAN and BIC and said I had to claim it before 25th July, which is only 10 days away. I’d love to have the money but it doesn’t feel quite right. The caller ID came up as “Morrisons Competition” on my phone. This kind of thing really messes with the company’s name and I reckon they should sort it out. If it’s legit, just send a cheque, that’s much safer!
BICIBANMorrisons
10 years
I got a message from Marks and Spencer outta nowhere, and I never agreed to get anything from them. Been trying to figure out how to make it stop but replying STOP hasn’t done a thing. Anyone know what to do?
MarksSpencer
10 years
Like many others, I’m trying to figure out how to put a stop to this. I’ve got a pay as you go phone with no credit right now, but I usually add credit each month to keep my deal going. Should I just get a new SIM to make it stop? Not sure what the best move is.
10 years
This lot are total scammers, tricking folks into handing over cash by faking some competition. Really hope the cops step in and look into them.
10 years
I keep getting these M@S Rewards scam calls, and it’s driving me mad! Does anyone know how to put a stop to them?
M @ S
10 years
I've gone through pretty much all of these same issues. Somehow £27 disappeared from my pay-as-you-go phone credit, which is annoying enough. Thanks to others for mentioning that halting these scams can cost about £5 in texts - quite frustrating. What worries me the most is the risk of having to give bank info to get any money back. EE has been no help at all, they seem too big and lazy to care. I'm thinking of contacting TESCO next to see if my replacement SIM can be set up to stop any charges, even if I accidentally allow them.
EETESCO
10 years
Can anyone tell me where I should report this number? It’s not legit at all, definitely a scam trying to cheat folks out of their money.
10 years
I got caught out by this scam as well. After contacting my mobile network, they ended up cancelling the service for me but advised me to send a STOP text to avoid any further charges. I had to pay a fee to send the STOP message (not sure how much exactly), but I did get a confirmation text saying I was unsubscribed. I didn’t ring the number myself, as I suspected it would cost a fair bit to call. Honestly, it’s better to pay the small fee for the STOP text than to risk being charged £4.50 every week.
10 years
I noticed that every week they’re charging me £4.50 for some contest I never signed up for. Proper scam, really dodgy behaviour! Shame on them.
10 years
This number has caused me a lot of trouble. I’m not even sure how I ended up signed up, probably by clicking on something in an email. I was chatting with 02 customer service and they dialled the number for me while they listened in. When the call connected, a woman with a strong American accent answered, and she didn't sound like she was working from a call centre. She asked me for my mobile number and bank info to supposedly give me a refund, which felt really sketchy. She got annoyed when 02 introduced themselves. This 08081433707 number definitely needs reporting as a scam, but the problem is, as soon as they shut one down, another pops up :(
O2
10 years
I received an email from M&S with a pin number, but then they told me it would be £4.50 each week!
M & S
10 years
These lot have conned me too, and I've lost around £20 already. I never signed up or took part in any of their quizzes. I've sent them a message saying "stop" and really hope they leave me alone after that. I'm worried that if I call 08081 433 707 to complain and ask for my money back, it might be just another trick and I'll end up paying through the nose for the call. Has anyone managed to get a refund or found a way to sort this out?
10 years
They’re trying to nick £4.50 a week from us, proper scam if you ask me. I’m gonna get in touch with Vodafone and see what they say about it.
Vodafone
10 years
Just like loads of others here, I got caught out by this number after getting an email that looked like it was from B&Q. I tried texting to stop it but I'm still getting charged over £4 every week. I've emailed to complain but haven’t had any replies at all. This feels like it should be against the law, right?
B & Q
10 years
I recently got in touch with EE and they were really good, managed to get my money back for the charges. Wizz play is actually a service from creative clicks and run by mGage. EE gave me these unsubscribe options: call 08004080783, email [email protected] or text 65003. They’ve also blocked this number on my account, but just so you know, that means you won’t be able to vote on shows like Celebrity Big Brother, X Factor and the like. Hope this info helps anyone dealing with the same thing!
EECreative ClicksmGage
10 years
I got an email that looked like it was from Argos, saying I could win some vouchers, so I clicked on it and followed the steps. Next thing I know, I’m signed up for something called Wizz Play without even realising. I popped into the EE store, and they told me I should get in touch with EE directly because they’ll give you the right contact to stop these annoying messages. I’ve blocked their number on my phone already and plan to call EE for help. I sent an email too, but apparently that address doesn’t exist. I also rang the number they gave me to cancel Wizz Play and pressed option 1, but I still got a message from them last Friday, so I just blocked their number again.
ArgosWizz PlayEE
10 years
Got a text saying Wizzplay is charging me £4.50 weekly and to ring 08081433707. I never signed up for this! Tried to unsubscribe by texting STOP to 65003 but got this reply:

Freemsg: Sorry a service you ordered from 65003 cannot be delivered as you don't have enough credit. Please top up to continue.

Then right after, another text popped up:

Freemsg: Reminder, you’re signed up to Wizzplay weekly competition, £4.50 per week until you text stop to 65003. Need help? Call 08081433707.

I’ve sent a message to 08081433707 asking them to cancel it but nothing back yet.

Can anyone tell me how to get this to stop? Appreciate any tips, cheers!
WizzplayFreemsg
10 years
Can someone tell me how to get this number blocked from my phone? I never asked to be contacted by them or agreed to anything. Is it even allowed for them to do this? They’ve been taking money from my account and I’m really worried about it. What steps can I take?
10 years
Got a text from 65003 wizzplay claiming I’d signed up for a £4.50 weekly charge. It told me to text “stop” to that number or “help” to the 080 number they gave. I just ignored it and deleted the message.
10 years
Just got a message saying I’m signed up to some text competition charging £4.50 a week until I text stop to 60228. I haven’t got a clue what this is about. Can anyone help?
10 years
Hey, I just got this message on my phone saying I’m gonna get billed £4.50 every week unless I reply with stop, but the thing is, it won’t even let me send the word stop back. Anyone else had this problem?
10 years
I reckon Tesco has got to do with this dodgy scam, coz even after texting STOP ALL, I still got charged over £30. EE, who I use for my phone, ain't bothered to help or sort it out. Now mGage (Wizzplay) has both my mobile and email, which is just rubbish.
Tesco
10 years
Over the past couple of months, someone’s taken more than £20 from my phone credit. I’m retired and rely on my phone only for emergencies since I use oxygen. I really need to get my phone credit sorted out again.
10 years
I just found out I've been billed £18 for a service I never signed up for. Does anyone know how I can get a refund?
10 years
I was told by giffgaff that this number is free, but whenever I call, I’m still stuck on hold forever. Has anyone else ever actually had to pay this weekly charge? I haven’t seen a bill come through yet. I’m really trying everything to get out of this contract I never wanted and feel like I got tricked into.
Giffgaff
10 years
Got a text saying wizzplay is taking £4.50 each week from me and to ring 08081433707. I also tried texting 65003 to cancel but nothing happened. Anyone know what I should do now?
Wizzplay
10 years
I got in touch with OFCOM today and they told me to request a refund from you in writing. Apparently, enough people have complained now and OFCOM will be taking action. I sent an email to [email protected] this afternoon explaining this and I’m curious to see what reply I get. Just so you know, the Premium Text I received [700046142] ended up costing me £4.50, but when I replied with STOP the charge was only 10p. Hope this info helps, and good luck sorting it out! R
OFCOM
10 years
I also received a similar scam, but it was pretending to be from Lidl. Before that, I had one from Morrisons which I just deleted right away from my email. I'm worried about texting STOP to 65003 tho, since I heard someone got charged for doing that. Does anyone know how I can safely unsubscribe or fix this? Really need some advice. Thanks, Anne
LidlAnne
10 years
I had a feeling Tesco might be part of this, not too surprised really...................
Tesco
10 years
Got scammed out of £4.50 pretending to be Argos. I told Argos about it but they said there’s nothing they can do, even though it’s their name being used. Proper frustrating!
Argos

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