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Community reports for 02 3814 3820 (0238143820): Aggressive nuisance calls with swearing, repeated hangups, and suspicious voice recording attempts.
Nuisance and Spam Reports for 02 3814 3820
Three contributors have flagged 02 3814 3820 (also written as 0238143820) for disruptive and concerning behaviour. The reports indicate a pattern of aggressive nuisance calls combined with persistent contact attempts and suspicious activity. Allocated to Symbio Networks in New South Wales, this local service number has attracted community attention for behaviour inconsistent with legitimate business communication.
The reports about 0238143820 span from October through December 2025, suggesting an ongoing issue rather than isolated incidents. Contributors describe a caller with a thick foreign accent engaging in abusive language, repeated unanswered calls that never result in voicemails, and what one contributor characterised as an attempt to record voice samples for unspecified purposes.
What Callers from 02 3814 3820 Do
One contributor answered a call from 02 3814 3820 and reported hearing someone with a thick foreign accent who used extensive swearing during the conversation. This aggressive tone distinguishes the call from typical telemarketing or legitimate business inquiries.
A second contributor noted that 0238143820 calls repeatedly but never leaves a voicemail message. The contributor described the pattern as consistent with scammer behaviour, where the caller tests whether a number is active before escalating contact attempts. The missed call reports suggest the number may be part of a broader dialling campaign.
Most concerning is a third report where the contributor believed the caller was deliberately attempting to record their voice. The contributor described this as "possibly trying to record voice for nefarious purposes," which raises the possibility of voice signature theft or social engineering preparation.
Report Patterns and Timing
The three reports span a two-month period, with the earliest dated 9 October 2025 and the most recent on 19 December 2025. Two reports came from answered calls, one from a missed call. The spacing suggests the number may cycle through calling campaigns rather than targeting the same person repeatedly in quick succession.
The aggressive demeanour reported in one call contrasts with the silent/persistent pattern reported in another, suggesting either different operators using the same number or a strategy that varies by target response. One contributor's description of repeated calls without voicemails aligns with known scam dialling patterns that attempt to identify active numbers for follow-up.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 3814 3820
Given the pattern of aggressive behaviour and suspected voice recording attempts reported for 0238143820:
- Do not: Engage with the caller, answer security questions, repeat your name or personal details, or hold the line while the caller remains silent
- Do: Let unknown calls go to voicemail, hang up immediately if you answer, block the number 02 3814 3820 on your phone, and note the time of any calls for reporting
- If asked to repeat information: Hang up. Legitimate organisations do not ask you to confirm voice samples or repeat information unnecessarily
- If you suspect voice recording: Hang up immediately. Do not continue the call while an unusual pause or recording sound is present
How to Report 02 3814 3820
If you receive calls from 02 3814 3820 (0238143820), you can report this number through several Australian channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report unwanted calls and nuisance behaviour at acma.gov.au. ACMA tracks patterns across multiple reports to identify and investigate persistent offenders
- Scamwatch: If you believe the calls involve attempted fraud or voice recording, report at scamwatch.gov.au with details of what the caller claimed or attempted
- Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to opt out of telemarketing. You can also lodge complaints about numbers that persist after registration
- Reverseau: Report your experience with 02 3814 3820 on Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number. Community reports build the evidence base for identifying patterns
Block 02 3814 3820 on Your Phone
Most modern phones allow you to block numbers directly. On iPhone, open the call log, find 0238143820, tap the info button, and select "Block this Caller." On Android, open the Phone app, find the number 02 3814 3820 in your call history, and select "Block number." You can also ask your phone provider to block 0238143820 at the network level if the calls persist after blocking on your device.
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What Our Users Reviewed
Someone with a thick foreign accent and lots of swearing
Keeps calling, never leaves message, appears to be scammer
Caller possibly trying to record voice for nefarious purposes
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Should I answer calls from 02 3814 3820?
No. Based on community reports, 0238143820 has been associated with aggressive behaviour and suspicious activity. If you don't recognise the number, let it go to voicemail. If you do answer and hear aggressive language or unusual requests, hang up immediately.
What should I do if someone from 02 3814 3820 asks me to repeat my name or personal details?
Hang up. One contributor reported that the caller from 0238143820 appeared to be recording voice samples. Legitimate organisations do not ask you to repeat personal information for verification purposes during unsolicited calls.
Why does 02 3814 3820 keep calling but never leave a message?
This pattern is common in scam operations where callers use automated systems to dial numbers and test which ones are active. When someone answers or the call connects, the number is marked as valid for follow-up. Repeated calls without voicemails from 0238143820 suggest this type of testing campaign.
Is 02 3814 3820 a legitimate business number?
The number 0238143820 is allocated as a local service number to Symbio Networks in New South Wales. However, allocation does not guarantee legitimate use. Community reports indicate aggressive behaviour and suspicious activity that are inconsistent with standard business communication.
Can I block 02 3814 3820 on my phone?
Yes. Most modern phones allow you to block numbers through the call log or contacts app. You can also contact your phone provider and ask them to block 0238143820 at the network level. Some providers offer additional protections against nuisance calls.
How many people have reported 02 3814 3820?
Three contributors have reported the number 0238143820 to the Reverseau community. One reported aggressive behaviour with swearing, one reported repeated calls without voicemails, and one reported suspicious voice recording activity. If you receive calls from 02 3814 3820, add your report to help others.