This number texted asking if I was busy and then started asking personal questions like where I'm from. Scam.
Australian mobile
0433 848 461Who called from 0433 848 461?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
4 people have reported 0433 848 461. 4 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam text (SMS). It was first reported 6 Nov 2026 and most recently .
90BadCall
Score
Score
- Reports
- 4
- Bad calls
- 4
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0433 848 461 is
100% Bad call
4 reports are about text messages, 0 about calls.
Summary
People report receiving text messages from this number asking if they are busy and then probing with questions such as where they are from. They identify it as a scam.
4 reports about 0433 848 461
Got a text asking if I was busy, followed by questions about my location. Clearly a scam attempt.
Messaged me 'are you busy' and then began probing with questions like where I'm from. Scam.
Sent a text asking if I was busy, then started asking where I'm from. Definitely a scam.
What to do if 0433 848 461 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 0433 848 461
Who called me from 0433 848 461?
Nobody who reported 0433 848 461 has said who the caller claimed to be. 4 reports describe it as scam text (SMS).
Is 0433 848 461 a scam?
Its BadCall Score is 90/100 (bad call), from 4 reports: 4 bad call, 0 not sure and 0 safe. Reports are people's own experiences, not verified facts.
Where is 0433 848 461 from?
0433 848 461 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 0433 848 461?
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 0433 848 461?
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.