Scam for sure. They use a fake caller ID to conceal their identity and evade ACMA tracing for Do Not Call Register violations. Don't engage, just hang up.
Australian landline · Perth, WA
(08) 6401 4033Who called from (08) 6401 4033?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
3 people have reported (08) 6401 4033. 3 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam. It was first reported 6 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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- Reports
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- Bad calls
- 3
- Lookups
- 1
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What people say (08) 6401 4033 is
100% Bad call
Summary
People report that this number is used for definite scam calls with a fake caller ID, intended to hide the scammers' identity and make it hard for ACMA to trace them for Do Not Call Register breaches. The advice is to hang up immediately.
3 reports about (08) 6401 4033
A definite scam call. The number shown is fake, used to mask the scammers and make it hard for ACMA to trace them. If you get a call, just hang up.
This is definitely a scam. The caller ID is fake, which scammers do to hide their identity and avoid being traced by ACMA for Do Not Call Register breaches. Hang up immediately if they call.
What to do if (08) 6401 4033 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 (08) 6401 4033
Who called me from (08) 6401 4033?
Nobody who reported (08) 6401 4033 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as scam.
Is (08) 6401 4033 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 (08) 6401 4033 from?
(08) 6401 4033 is a landline in the (08) area code, which covers SA, WA & NT. Its range is usually used in Perth, WA. Caller ID can be faked, so the caller may not really be there.
How do I block (08) 6401 4033?
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 (08) 6401 4033?
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.