Microsoft tech support scam – how to protect yourself!

Summary — +442039316044

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Caller Name: Microsoft (claimed)
Caller Type: Scam
Location: United Kingdom
Reviews: 62

Expert Opinion

On a rainy Tuesday afternoon, your phone may flash with a call from +442039316044 claiming to be from Windows or Microsoft technical support. These callers typically assert that they have detected malware, errors or remote access on a computer you don’t even own, and they demand immediate access or payment. Never share personal details, passwords or allow remote access to anyone who contacts you uninvited. Block the number and report it to OFCOM’s scam‑watch service. Keep your device’s security software up to date, and consider using a call‑blocking app to filter unknown callers. Stay sceptical and remember that legitimate companies will never cold‑call you for access.

Caller Categories

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Harassment Call
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Silent Call
Spam
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Caller Names

Microsoft (claimed)
Windows (claimed)
Windows (scam)
Scam
Windows Technical Department …

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Recent Reports for 020 3931 6044

442039316044 Harassment Call

I got a call from this number today at 13.45, they said my computer had a problem, i told them i dont even have a computer, what a numpty, be careful dont get tricked

442039316044 Scam remermax

I got a call from 02039910444, the women said her name was Emma and she asked me to give them £200, it's a scam for sure, they also called me on 02039910246

442039316044 Scam remermax (claimed)

A woman, claiming to be Emma, contacted me from 02039910444, requesting that I deposit £200 into a bank account, supposedly related to traders, which I'm certain is a scam. She also called me from 02039910246, and mentioned a company called remermax or somthing similiar.

442039316044 Scam Windows (scam)

In the past five days, this number has contacted me seven times, claiming to be from Windows and offering assistance with my computer. It's clear that Microsoft wouldn't initiate such a call, so I consider it a scam!

442039316044 Scam Microsoft (claimed)

Some guy rang claiming to be from Microsoft, it was an obvious scam so I've deleted the number now

442039316044 Harassment Call TalkTalk (claimed)

A recorded message falsely claimed to be from TalkTalk, threatening to terminate my broadband and internet connection

442039316044 Harassment Call

Having no clue about this number, I've received numerous calls lately. I check here first before blocking.

442039316044 Harassment Call

unwanted calls are beeing made

442039316044 Other

These calls are undesirable to me

442039316044 Scam

After reading the comments here, I have decided to block this number due to the suspicious missed calls.

442039316044 Scam Scam

A scam attempt was made from this number, requesting remote access to my computer to fix non-existent issues; upon calling back, the number was found to be non-existent, and it has now been blocked.

442039316044 Harassment Call

After reading the previous comments, I decided against answering the call.

442039316044 Scam TIME EASTER (scam)

A caller from TIME EASTER claimed my computer was infected with malware and viruses, but hung up when I asked how they obtained my number

442039316044 Harassment Call

Since Monday, I have received multiple calls from this number, as well as others with similar endings, prompting my phone to flag them as potential fraud, leading me to ignore and block them.

442039316044 Harassment Call

Theyve rang me twice already today, using diferent numbers, i blocked their number yesterday, but they obvioulsy wont give up trying to contact me.

442039316044 Scam

There have been multiple calls from this number

442039316044 Scam Microsoft (claimed)

An individual with an Asian accent, claiming to represent Microsoft, attempted to discuss computer issues with me, but their poor English and suspicious behaviour raised red flags.

442039316044 Silent Call

Every time I answer, the caller immediately hangs up

442039316044 Scam Windows

A scammer, allegedly from Windows, requested to be held while I fetched IT security, but the line went dead, suggesting the caller's true intentions

442039316044 Telemarketing nuisance

a bothersome call

442039316044 Scam Microsoft (scam)

If someone claims to be from microsoft, they are probaly scammers, microsoft dont usualy call you

442039316044 Scam

Received countless calls from this number and variations ending in 6045 and 6046 over the past week. Silence when I answered. After checking here, I’ve blocked them.

442039316044 Scam Microsoft (claimed)

The call disconnected before I could answer, and based on comments, it seems to be another case of a Microsoft scam, with previous experiences involving invasive and aggressive behaviour

442039316044 Scam Microsoft (claimed)

After finally speaking with someone, they introduced themselves as Microsoft representatives, inquiring about my laptop, but their suspicious response to my query raised significant concerns

442039316044 Scam

Numbers ending in 46 and 43, along with this one, keep calling daily. Scammers must have bought a batch of numbers to harass and deceive. Blocking this one as well.

442039316044 Unknown

I chose not to answer the call from this number.

442039316044 Scam Windows (claimed)

They rang me a minute ago, said they was from Windows, wanted to fix my computer, they knew my name and surname, it's scary, so I started playing along, they put the phone down

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