Tech Support Scams in the UK
Callers claiming to be from Microsoft, BT, Virgin Media, Sky or your broadband provider, saying your computer has a virus or your internet is about to be cut off, then requesting remote access or payment.
How to protect yourself
Microsoft and broadband providers never call unsolicited about viruses or security problems. Never give a caller remote access to your computer or pay for "support".
Reported tech support scams numbers
| # | Number | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 020 7010 9030 | 12 reports |
| 2 | 01179 118950 | 9 reports |
| 3 | 0121 2188080 | 8 reports |
| 4 | 0131 2512840 | 7 reports |
| 5 | 0800 4359220 | 7 reports |
| 6 | 0345 1813430 | 7 reports |
| 7 | 0131 2452860 | 6 reports |
| 8 | 020 7003 4810 | 5 reports |
| 9 | 01604 423739 | 5 reports |
| 10 | 01158 238480 | 5 reports |
| 11 | 0191 2251090 | 5 reports |
| 12 | 0131 2062990 | 5 reports |
| 13 | 0808 1368840 | 4 reports |
| 14 | 07712 085607 | 4 reports |
| 15 | 0808 2190940 | 4 reports |
| 16 | 07911 088769 | 4 reports |
| 17 | 07711 246168 | 2 reports |
| 18 | 0330 1746526 | 2 reports |
| 19 | 0870 1161820 | 2 reports |
| 20 | 07711 992336 | 2 reports |
Report fraud to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.
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