on 22-07-2024 12:16
Joined O2 couple of weeks ago on contract and got a new phone number.
Received few missed calls already from mobiles numbers I don't recognise. When phoning/texting back they reply I called first.
When looking up my new number apparently it's had thousands of reports about spam/fraud.
I understand old numbers are recycled and lots of reports from over a year ago but is it possible people can still use it to mask they're own numbers and carry on making spam calls?
on 22-07-2024 12:17
Yes they can Number spoofing scams - Ofcom
You can get a free number change from O2 Guide: How to change your mobile number
on 22-07-2024 12:22
on 22-07-2024 12:22
Thanks, probably worth doing then. Pain in the backside
Having to text everyone and explain I'm changing number again and all my login stuff but first world problem I suppose 😅