Received a Gumtree message asking if my item was still for sale. Pretty sure it's a scam.
Australian mobile
0434 108 971Who called from 0434 108 971?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
3 people have reported 0434 108 971. 3 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam. It was first reported 8 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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- Reports
- 3
- Bad calls
- 3
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0434 108 971 is
100% Bad call
Summary
People report a text message about Gumtree claiming to have seen their listing and asking if the item is still for sale. Several say it is a scammer.
3 reports about 0434 108 971
A text claimed to have seen my Gumtree ad and asked if the item was still available. Definitely a scammer.
Got a message about Gumtree saying they saw my listing and were keen, asking if it was still for sale. Scammer for sure.
What to do if 0434 108 971 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 0434 108 971
Who called me from 0434 108 971?
Nobody who reported 0434 108 971 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as scam.
Is 0434 108 971 a scam?
Its BadCall Score is 88/100 (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 0434 108 971 from?
0434 108 971 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 0434 108 971?
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 0434 108 971?
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.