Got a text about a contracting side gig from someone who didn't even know my name. Suspect a scam.
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0429 397 847Who called from 0429 397 847?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
3 people have reported 0429 397 847. 3 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam text (SMS). It was first reported 10 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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- Reports
- 3
- Bad calls
- 3
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0429 397 847 is
100% Bad call
3 reports are about text messages, 0 about calls.
Summary
People report text messages offering 'contracting' work as a side gig, from a sender who gives no name and does not know the recipient, which they suspect is a recruiting scam.
3 reports about 0429 397 847
Potential SMS scam. They offered contracting work as a side gig but didn't know my name.
Texted me about 'contracting' as a side gig with no name and no idea who I am. Looks like a recruiting scam.
What to do if 0429 397 847 calls
- Don't answer - or hang up. Don't press any keys, don't say "yes", and never read out a code sent to your phone.
- Don't call back. Calling back confirms your number is live and it gets sold on.
- Never tap a link in a text from this number. Go to the real website or app yourself.
- Block it - how to block a number on iPhone, Android and landlines.
- Report it to Scamwatch, and here on BadCall so others are warned.
- Lost money or gave details? Call your bank now, then IDCARE on 1800 595 160. What to do if you've been scammed.
Questions about 0429 397 847
Who called me from 0429 397 847?
Nobody who reported 0429 397 847 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as scam text (SMS).
Is 0429 397 847 a scam?
Its BadCall Score is 87/100 (bad call), from 3 reports: 3 bad call, 0 not sure and 0 safe. Reports are people's own experiences, not verified facts.
Where is 0429 397 847 from?
0429 397 847 is an Australian mobile number. Mobiles aren't linked to a place and can be moved between carriers, so the number alone can't tell you where the caller is.
How do I block 0429 397 847?
On an iPhone open Recents, tap ⓘ next to the number and choose Block this Caller. On Android open the Phone app, tap the number in your call history and choose Block (or Block / report spam). Full instructions for every phone and landline.
How do I report 0429 397 847?
Use the form on this page - it's free, anonymous and takes 30 seconds. If it was a scam, also report it to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). If you lost money or shared bank details, call your bank straight away.