Just a text with "Hiya" in it from a number I don't know. Looks like a random or spam message.
Australian mobile
0438 892 791Who called from 0438 892 791?
Caution
3 people have reported 0438 892 791. Nobody has called it a bad call - most often reported as not sure / other. It was first reported 9 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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Score
Score
- Reports
- 3
- Bad calls
- 0
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0438 892 791 is
100% Not sure
Summary
People report receiving a text message from this number that simply said "Hiya". The messages were unexpected and came from an unknown number.
3 reports about 0438 892 791
Received a message saying "Hiya" out of the blue. Seems like a pointless or possibly dodgy text.
Got a text from this number that just said "Hiya" and nothing else. Odd and random, no idea who it is.
What to do if 0438 892 791 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 0438 892 791
Who called me from 0438 892 791?
Nobody who reported 0438 892 791 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as not sure / other.
Is 0438 892 791 a scam?
Its BadCall Score is 50/100 (caution), from 3 reports: 0 bad call, 3 not sure and 0 safe. Reports are people's own experiences, not verified facts.
Where is 0438 892 791 from?
0438 892 791 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 0438 892 791?
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 0438 892 791?
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.