Should I answer an 0845 number?

Avoid answering any phone calls from numbers that you don't recognise, especially if it begins with 0845 or 0843. You can use this as evidence if you do receive a large phone bill. Use the 'block this caller' function if it is available on your phone, after any calls from unwanted business rate numbers.


Who is calling from 0845?

For this reason, even NHS Wales uses 0845 numbers for some of its landlines, such as those providing emergency dental support. Although 0845 numbers are strictly reserved for commercial use, they cannot be used for customer service.

Who calls me from 08456021111?

This is BT's own ludicroulsy pointless text-to-call system. Presumably this is one of BT's "services" which BT thinks is being useful. In reality it just annoys people. Any reference numbers contained in these robot-toned message are converted to real numbers, which adds an extra craziness to the whole thing.


Is 0845 a charged number?

The cost of calling 0843, 0844 and 0845 numbers is made up of two parts: an access charge going to your phone company, and a service charge set by the organisation you are calling. The service charge for calls to 084 numbers is between 0p and 7p per minute.

Why can't I call an 0845 number?

Do you have a spend cap on your account? This would restrict calls to 0845 numbers if you have reached the spend cap limit.


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Are 0845 numbers illegal?

Since 2014 it has been against the law for a company to offer a 0845 number for people to call their customer service line. If someone wants to contact the customer service department, then the business has to provide a standard rate number (i.e. 01, 02 or 03) for them to call.

How do I stop 0845 calls?

The Telephone Preference Service (TPS) allows consumers to opt out of receiving any unsolicited telesales calls. You can register your phone number - either landline or mobile – online at http://www.tpsonline.org.uk or by phoning 0845 070 0707. It's free to register and takes up to 28 days to come into effect.

How much does an 0845 number cost from a BT landline?

No matter what time of day it is, you won't be charged anything extra for your UK* landline calls. This includes 0845 and 0870 numbers. You'll also get half price pence-per minute rates to UK mobiles. Also, 1,000 free minutes to BT Mobile (excluding BT Business Mobile).


What is the difference between 0845 and 0345 telephone numbers?

The main difference between 0845 and 0345 is ultimately the price to the caller. While you will be charged a standard local charge and a premium on top with an 0845 number, an 0345 number will just cost you the local rate number.

How do I know if a text from BT is genuine?

You'll know it's a genuine message from BT if you receive the following:
  1. A text message from 61998 or 60204.
  2. A text message from 81192.
  3. A text message or call from +44752 0652 012 or +447786202608 or +447908670811.


Is 08456021111 a BT number?

This morning I received two telephone calls from 08456021111 a well known BT Scam call. The number is not a well known BT scam call, it's a text to voice service when someone sends a text message to your landline. Perhaps someone simply sent a text message to your landline by mistake (e.g. instead of to your mobile).


What area code is 0845?

In short, 0845 is not an area code. It is a non-geographic number, which means that it is not limited to use or linked to any single area. It is for this reason that many UK companies purchase 0845 numbers. However, they are not as popular as they once were.

How do I block 0845 numbers on my Iphone?

To turn on Silence Unknown Callers, go to Settings > Phone, then scroll down, tap Silence Unknown Callers and turn on the feature. Calls from unknown numbers will be silenced and sent to your voicemail, and will appear in your recent calls list.

How do I block 0845 numbers on my landline?

*60 Method: Dial *60 on your landline phone to stop unwanted calls from a specific phone number.


How can I stop fake BT calls?

You can stop them by calling 0800 587 5252 from the landline you're receiving them on.

How do I know if my number is spam?

How do I know if my number is flagged as spam?
  1. Open Phone app on their device;
  2. Tap More options and then Settings and then Spam and Call Screen;
  3. Turn See caller & spam ID on or off.


Why am I getting spam calls all of a sudden?

Why am I getting spam calls all of a sudden? Usually, it's because your number has been sold in a group list of phone numbers to other scammers. Remember, you can always report spam calls to the Better Business Bureau and also the Federal Trade Commission.


How do you know who a no caller ID is?

Another number you can use to trace a call is *57. This is the number to use if you believe a scam or spam caller is harassing you. *57 gets you the phone number and call information *69 does, but it goes above and beyond. When you dial *57, the information you obtain is passed along to the police.

How do I find out who called me on BT?

BT 1471 tells you the last number that called - unless the caller withheld their number by dialling '141' before dialling your number, or the call came from a switchboard extension number. 1471 Call Return also lets you return the call straight away, by pressing '3'.

What happens if you send a text to a landline?

Landline numbers do not transfer text message information. Without a text messaging platform, text messages are not delivered to landline phone numbers. Incoming text messages are lost into the void, as they cannot be delivered to a standard landline phone.


How am I getting texts from a landline number?

Receiving text messages on your landline requires text-enabling your landline phone number. Once that is done, you'll be able to send and receive text messages over the landline. However, the other device must also be connected to text-enabled landline service.

What number do BT text from?

Yes, text messages from 81192 are genuinely sent by BT. We'll most likely have sent it in response to something you've done with us recently - like placing an order. It's one of the ways we keep you up to speed with what's going on. But if you'd prefer not to receive any text messages from us, just text STOP to 81192.

Do BT contact you by text?

We'll always identify ourselves as BT when we contact you. In the first instance, we'll give you a heads-up by sending you an SMS from a branded 'BT_SMS' number.


How do I check if a message is legitimate?

If the domain name (the bit after the @ symbol) matches the apparent sender of the email, the message is probably legitimate. By contrast, if the email comes from an address that isn't affiliated with the apparent sender, it's almost certainly a scam.