08449864891
☎️ 08449864891 👆 is a valid (Premium Rate) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Magrathea Telecommunications Limited. It is part of the phone block 844986 with a prefix of 0844.
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TimeLine of events for phone number 08449864891
- Suggestions to exit fake WindowsJun
2023Ignore urgent fake alert phoneJun
2023Warning: potential scam, bewareJun
2023Malware alert, do not callJun
2023Scam alert, do not callJun
2023PC warning about security breachJun
2023Unwanted helpline charge via laptopMay
2023Warning: Bright screen, loud voiceApr
2023Scam warning: fake Microsoft callApr
2023Warning about unauthorized site messageApr
2023Security alert, possible infection, contactApr
2023Fraudulent tech support scam reportedApr
2023Ignore suspicious screen message, rebootApr
2023Warning about phone scam experienceApr
2023Microsoft Security phone number scamApr
2023Foreign accent tech support scamApr
2023Dishonesty with hidden intentions, warningApr
2023Report scam attempts to policeApr
2023Warning of dangerous premium callApr
2023Warning about scam pop-ups on deviceApr
2023Received scam call from "IT" impersonatorApr
2023Received hacked message, suspicious numberApr
2023Suspicious call, Blue screen errorApr
2023Report scam attempts to policeApr
2023Screen popup warning of scamApr
2023Mouse pad unresponsive, can't turn offApr
2023Highlighting importance of Microsoft securityApr
2023Scam alert: Fake Windows Defender hotlineApr
2023Large blue message on screen, scamApr
2023Fraudulent hacking claim from "Microsoft."Apr
2023Attempted hacking scam masquerading as MicrosoftApr
2023Warning about potential hacking activityApr
2023Warning about fraudulent security scamApr
2023Missed two silent phone callsApr
2023Ignoring unknown calls, no messages leftApr
2023Number Of Searches: 93 Number Of Comments: 32 First Seen: 16 April 2023 General Reputation: negativeThis number has recently been searched from Amesbury(Somerset), High Angerton(Northumberland) and Hornsby(Cumbria).
08449864891 has 32 comments of which 13 x neutral and 19 x negative
Reports on phone number 08449864891
3 yearsActs like it’s Windows-just hit Ctrl, Alt, and Delete to close the browser tab!3 yearsActs as though it’s an emergency pop-up notification - steer clear of calling this number!3 yearsThis is definitely a con!3 yearsI've come across some troubling information regarding this number, as it appears to be linked to malware that pretends to be Windows Defender. It’s best to steer clear of calling that number. I highly recommend running a comprehensive antivirus scan on your computer to ensure it's not compromised.3 yearsBe wary! This number seems dodgy - best to steer clear and not give them a ring.3 yearsI encountered a rather alarming message pop up on my computer, proclaiming a security breach. There was a flashing alert urging me not to reboot my system under any circumstances, as doing so might result in lost data or inadvertent sharing of my passwords, among other concerns. Quite worrying, really!3 yearsAbsolutely, I had a similar experience! A notification popped up on my laptop suggesting I give this number a call for some sort of support. To my dismay, it ended up racking up an extra £18 on my phone bill! I'm baffled as to how they managed to infiltrate my computer, especially since we have both Microsoft and various third-party protections in place. It’s quite concerning, isn't it?Microsoft3 yearsI got a message claiming to be from Microsoft, telling me to ring a certain number. When I called, they tried to sneak malware onto my PC and then slapped me with a charge for the phone call! Total scam, be careful.Microsoft3 yearsWatch out! The loud piercing voice and flashing screen can really throw you off. The call seems legit at first, but it’s just a complete scam.3 yearsI never actually got a call, my phone just froze and a number popped up saying to ring them to fix it. When I did, the person on the other end had a weird accent and told me to do all sorts of things on my keyboard. I asked them how much it would be to get rid of the supposed virus on my computer, and they claimed they were only trying to assist me... DON’T FALL FOR IT! It’s clearly a scam.3 years0844-9864891 - Scam alert - my screen froze and a message popped up saying not to turn off the computer. I ended up switching it off and on again, and luckily everything seemed fine after. I ran a quick scan to make sure nothing dodgy got installed. This popped up after clicking a link on the Microsoft homepage, which is quite shocking.Microsoft3 yearsWatch out for a nasty trick where they want you to ring a pricey premium line.3 yearsAbout 5 comments down from here, there’s a post listing scam attempts. Everyone should really report those through the police system mentioned there.3 yearsWindows Defender has flagged a security issue! 🚨 Access has been denied to protect your system, and it appears your browser may have fallen prey to some nasty malware. If you need assistance, dial our helpline at 0844-9864891 for support. Stay safe online!3 yearsMy phone showed a message saying my username was being used somewhere it shouldn’t, and it asked me to call 0844 9864891. I checked online and discovered it was a scam number, so I ignored it and didn’t call.3 yearsI switched on my PC and this scary screen popped up saying it was blocked because I'd visited some dodgy website. It gave me a number to call for "help" and the person on the other end said they were from Microsoft. When I asked them who they were exactly, there was a weird pause before they answered "Microsoft". Then they started asking if my computer was having problems. That’s when I just hung up - sounded like a total scam to me.Microsoft3 yearsMy screen suddenly showed a weird message telling me not to turn off my computer and to ring the number displayed. I just ignored it, shut down my laptop straight away, and didn’t bother with the page. After I cleared my browser history and cache, everything was back to normal again.3 yearsI called a number that said it was Microsoft Security, but I shoulda checked it first. Total scam.Microsoft3 yearsJust a heads up, if you’re getting scam pop-ups, it usually means your device has some kinda security issue. Found this out the hard way when those annoying ads started showing up all the time. Definitely worth checking your phone or laptop for malware or any suspicious apps if this happens!3 yearsNo idea who they claimed to be, but their accent was odd, yet sounded somewhat believable. When I asked about any fees, they just said they were offering help... So heads up! 084498648913 yearsReceived a notification on my computer claiming it had been compromised, urging me to ring this number for assistance on Saturday, 22nd April.3 yearsGot a call from someone claiming to be Microsoft. The screen suddenly went blue and a really loud message started shouting at me. They kept asking if I had antivirus software. Definitely felt like a scam or some kind of hacker trying their luck.Microsoft3 yearsGot a scary pop-up saying my phone was hacked and to call some number - totally felt like a scam trying to freak me out. It just showed up on my screen outta nowhere. Definitely dodgy stuff.3 yearsIndeed, I'm experiencing that pesky notification on my laptop at the moment too. It's quite frustrating as I'm unable to power it down, seeing as the trackpad appears to be unresponsive.3 yearsI encountered a rather dodgy pop-up on my screen claiming to be from WINDOWS DEFENDER. A rather alarming voice narrated that my computer had been locked and warned that turning it off could lead to identity theft. They provided a phone number as a so-called "help line!" It’s blatantly a scam designed to siphon money through a premium rate number and potentially gain access to my details.3 yearsI got a call from someone saying they were with Microsoft, telling me my computer was hacked. They wanted me to pay nearly £400 for some "lifetime protection" plan. I said no thanks.Microsoft3 yearsI got a call from someone saying they were from Microsoft, saying my computer was hacked. They pushed me to buy this so-called "lifetime protection" for nearly £400. I told them no thanks.Microsoft3 yearsMy screen suddenly flashed a big blue warning along with a loud voice urging me to ring a certain number about a hack. I gave them a call. Some bloke named ‘David’ picked up, said he could fix the hack and claimed everything was fine with my computer afterwards. Then he started pushing some pricey security plan, but I wasn’t interested. To me, it definitely felt like a scam.David3 yearsSomeone called me saying my IP had been compromised and told me I shouldn't switch off my computer until I'd rang this number 08449864891. Bit worried about it to be honest.3 yearsGot a call from this number saying it was the Microsoft security team warning me that my IP had been connected to some dodgy websites. Definitely a scam, best to steer clear of them.Microsoft3 yearsTwice today, this number rang me, but each time I answered, there was nothing on the line.3 yearsI usually don’t pick up calls from unfamiliar numbers, so I’m clueless who this might be. If it's someone genuinely trying to reach me, they’d surely drop a voicemail, but nope, nothing is left!Submit Your Own Report (0844 986 4891)
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