Got a message saying 'Hi just tried to give you a quick ring...' and asking me to call back, signed Daniel. It knew my name.
Australian mobile
0489 266 962Who called from 0489 266 962?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
3 people have reported 0489 266 962. 3 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam text (SMS). It was first reported 9 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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- Reports
- 3
- Bad calls
- 3
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0489 266 962 is
100% Bad call
3 reports are about text messages, 0 about calls.
Summary
People report receiving a text message that knows their name and asks them to call back, signed Daniel, even though there was no missed call.
3 reports about 0489 266 962
Received a text from this number that used my name and asked me to call back, signed Daniel. No missed call though.
No missed call, but I got a text knowing my name: 'Hi just tried to give you a quick ring. When you get a second, can you please give me a call back? -Daniel.'
What to do if 0489 266 962 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 0489 266 962
Who called me from 0489 266 962?
Nobody who reported 0489 266 962 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as scam text (SMS).
Is 0489 266 962 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 0489 266 962 from?
0489 266 962 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 0489 266 962?
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 0489 266 962?
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.