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02 9129 9813 (0291299813): Community reports describe silent calls followed by phishing SMS impersonating Coinbase support. NSW-based number.
Silent Call and Phishing Link Reports for 02 9129 9813
Two contributors have flagged 02 9129 9813 (also written as 0291299813) for suspicious activity involving silent calls paired with follow-up phishing messages. This NSW-based number uses a pattern designed to prompt callbacks or link clicks without establishing direct contact first.
The tactic combines two separate attack vectors: a silent call to verify the number is active, followed by an SMS directing recipients to interact with a fake support portal. One contributor received a call from 0291299813 that disconnected immediately, then received a text message claiming to be from Coinbase support.
What Callers from 02 9129 9813 Are Attempting
One contributor reported receiving a silent call from 02 9129 9813, then moments later got an SMS saying to "hit 1 for a Coinbase agent." This is a common phishing tactic where scammers use silent calls to confirm a number is monitored, then follow up with a fake support message to steal login credentials or payment information.
The phishing link approach in the SMS from 0291299813 is designed to trick recipients into believing they need to verify their Coinbase account urgently. The "hit 1" instruction creates false urgency and attempts to make the interaction seem like an automated customer service system rather than a scam.
Report Patterns and Characteristics
Both reports about 02 9129 9813 came within five days of each other (January 14-19), suggesting either coordinated activity or a recent escalation in campaigns from this number. The silent call occurred first, followed by the SMS-a sequencing that suggests the silent call was a verification step before deploying the phishing message.
The silent call component is particularly deceptive because recipients often return calls to unknown numbers out of curiosity or concern, which is exactly what the scammer hopes will happen. One contributor noted ignoring the call entirely before receiving the SMS, which prevented them from falling into the callback trap.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 9129 9813
If 02 9129 9813 calls you:
- Do not: Return the call, answer unknown numbers from this number, or press any digits when prompted
- Do: Let it ring out and go to voicemail, block the number immediately, and be alert for follow-up SMS messages
- Do not engage: If you do answer and hear silence, hang up-do not press any buttons or wait for a response
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 9129 9813
If you get an SMS from 0291299813 claiming to be from Coinbase or any other service:
- Do not: Click any links, reply to the message, or press numbers as instructed in the text
- Do not: Enter your username, password, or payment details on any page that appears after clicking
- Do: Delete the message immediately and block the number
- Do: Contact Coinbase directly using the official number on their website to verify if any action is needed on your account
- Do: Report the SMS by forwarding it to 0429 999 888 (Australian Government's report phishing service)
How to Report 02 9129 9813
If you receive calls or SMS from 02 9129 9813, report it to Australian authorities:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the number at acma.gov.au for telecommunications scams and phishing attempts
- Scamwatch: Report the phishing SMS at scamwatch.gov.au with details of what the message claimed
- ReportCyber: If you clicked the link or provided information, report the cybercrime at cyber.gov.au
- Reverseau: Contribute your own experience with 02 9129 9813 to help other Australians identify this number
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What does a silent call followed by SMS from 02 9129 9813 mean?
The silent call is a verification tactic-scammers use it to confirm your number is active and monitored before sending a phishing message. One contributor reported exactly this sequence from 0291299813: a silent call, then an SMS pretending to be from Coinbase. This two-step approach is designed to increase the chance you'll respond to the follow-up message because you may be curious about the earlier call.
Is 0291299813 actually from Coinbase?
No. Coinbase will never contact you via SMS asking you to press 1 or click a link to verify your account. The SMS from 02 9129 9813 claiming this is a phishing scam. Real companies like Coinbase contact customers through their secure app login or verified email addresses, never through unsolicited SMS messages asking you to interact with external links or press phone keypad options.
What happens if I press 1 or click the link in the SMS from 02 9129 9813?
Pressing 1 or clicking a link from an SMS originating from 0291299813 will either connect you to a scammer posing as support or take you to a fake login page designed to steal your credentials. Once scammers have your username and password, they can access your actual Coinbase account, drain your funds, or steal personal information. Do not engage with any part of the message from 02 9129 9813.
Should I call back the silent call from 02 9129 9813?
No. Do not return calls to unknown numbers, especially 0291299813 if it called you silently. Returning a call is exactly what the scammer wants-it confirms your number is active and may connect you to someone attempting to manipulate you into revealing information or accessing your accounts. Treat silent calls from 02 9129 9813 as spam and block the number.
Why does my carrier show 02 9129 9813 as a local Sydney number?
The number 0291299813 is registered as a NSW local-service number with the provider NetSIP Pty Ltd, but this does not mean the caller is legitimate or located in Sydney. Scammers frequently spoof or use legitimately registered numbers to appear local and trustworthy. The technical registration of 02 9129 9813 as a Sydney number does not verify the identity of whoever is using it to send phishing messages.
What should I do if I already clicked the link or gave information to 02 9129 9813?
Contact your bank or payment provider immediately to report potential fraud. If you entered your Coinbase password, change it right away using a secure device. Report the phishing attempt to ReportCyber (cyber.gov.au) and Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au), and forward the SMS from 0291299813 to 0429 999 888. Monitor your accounts closely for suspicious activity and consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file through Equifax.