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04 0234 6626 (0402346626): 35 reports of fake Google business calls. Callers claim to have sent postcards, push urgent Google ranking offers, use urgency tactics, and impersonate legitimate services.
Google Services Impersonation Reports for 04 0234 6626
35 contributors have reported calls from 04 0234 6626 (also written as 0402346626) targeting Australian businesses with persistent impersonation tactics. The pattern involves callers falsely claiming to represent Google or legitimate business services, referencing unsent postcards or emails, and attempting to sell premium Google search rankings or SEO services.
Contributors describe callers with various accents (frequently English/British) claiming they've already contacted the business via mail. When questioned about specifics, callers from 0402346626 shift quickly to aggressive sales pitches for Google ranking services. One contributor noted the caller stated they'd "lose their spot" on Google if they didn't act immediately, while another reported the caller became defensive when asked which email address was used for prior contact.
What Callers from 04 0234 6626 Claim
Callers from 04 0234 6626 use several false claims to initiate conversations with business owners. The most common opening involves asserting they sent a postcard or letter weeks prior, followed by pressure to discuss Google ranking services. Contributors report callers saying:
- "We sent you a postcard about your business on Google"
- "You need to secure your spot in Google search before competitors do"
- "You'll lose your position if you don't act now"
- "I followed up on emails you didn't receive" (despite no prior contact)
- References to Google Maps services or search position improvements
When challenged about specifics (delivery addresses, email details, company names), callers become evasive or aggressive. One contributor reported the caller at 04 0234 6626 "got shady" when pressed on email details. Another noted a caller who "spent 12 minutes on the phone and couldn't explain what their business was about." Multiple reports mention callers emphasising their English or British accent as if this provided legitimacy.
Caller Behaviour and Tactics
Contributors consistently describe unprofessional and manipulative behaviour from 0402346626. One caller named "Nadia" started the conversation politely but became "snarky" when the recipient declined. Others reported silent calls where the caller picked up but said nothing, with contributors hearing call centre background noise. Several reports mention different callers with the same number, suggesting a telemarketing operation.
Reports from 04 0234 6626 indicate patterns of urgency-driven sales tactics. Callers frequently claim time-sensitive offers or risk of losing search rankings. One contributor described a caller with an English accent who "kept saying I'd lose my spot if didn't jump at offer." Another noted a caller who tried to switch topics when challenged, attempting to pivot from the claimed postcard to advertising sales.
Report Patterns and Timing
Calls from 04 0234 6626 have been reported over multiple months, with activity spanning from November 2024 through January 2026. The Optus mobile number continues to generate reports regularly, with recent activity in January 2026. All reports come from answered calls, indicating the operation actively connects to recipients.
Contributors describe various call characteristics. One reported receiving multiple calls from different voices, suggesting the number is used by multiple callers or routed through a call centre. Another mentioned the line went "dead" when they attempted to call back, indicating the number may not accept incoming calls. Silent calls with background call centre noise suggest automated dialling mixed with live caller operations.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 0234 6626
If 04 0234 6626 calls your business:
- Do not: Engage with claims about unsent postcards or prior contact, agree to any service, provide business details, or return the call
- Do: Ask for written confirmation of any prior contact (they cannot provide it), hang up if they cannot explain their business, block the number immediately
- Verification: If they claim to represent Google, contact Google directly via google.com/business to verify. Google does not cold-call about search rankings or send unsolicited postcards
- Business owners: Google search rankings cannot be "purchased" through cold-call offers. Legitimate Google business services are managed through official Google Business Profile, not via unsolicited calls
If you have a business listed online, be especially cautious. Contributors from 04 0234 6626 report the callers use publicly available business information to create false familiarity ("we sent you something"). Do not assume familiarity means legitimacy.
How to Report 04 0234 6626
Report this number through official Australian channels:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - report the impersonation and urgency tactics
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - report the telemarketing operation and silent calls
- Do Not Call Register: donotcall.gov.au - check if the number is registered and lodge a complaint if it's calling despite registration
- Cybercrime: If you provided any payment details or personal information, report to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au
- Reverseau: Contribute your own experience to help other Australians identify 0402346626 and warn others in your business community
Block 04 0234 6626 on your phone or business system. If the number attempts to reach you multiple times despite being blocked, save records of the calls and include them in your reports to ACMA.
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WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
Lady who clicked our Google Ads launched into sales pitch for Google Map services
They said they sent a letter to my business but I never got one. tried calling back and the number's dead
Dodgy call about selling Google positions
Bloke named Alex said he left something in my mailbox about my business on Google, made no sense, sounded like he was at the pub, felt uneasy
Called flogging SEO services
Suspected spam call, I picked up and stayed silent, they did the same, heard call centre chatter in background, blocked
Spoke to Nadia who started sweet then got snarky when I said not interested, not professional
Rang our business number and said to sent a postcard but when question about the address they delivered try to switch the topic to sell advertising ranking on Google search.
Different voice every time, seems like scam trying to push ads
Bloke with English accent wanting to boost business to top of Google, got shady when asked what email he sent, kept saying I'd lose my spot if didn't jump at offer
Called trying to sell something, hung up when I said no
Spent 12 minutes on phone and they couldn't explain what their business was about, rude as, kept going on about their British accent like it was impressive
Said they were following up on emails I didn't get, tried to sell me a search listing
Caller hung up immediately after I picked up the business landline
Rang and said he has sent a postcard weeks ago addressed to business (male english accent, busy noise in background) wanted to speak to owner told they where unavailable wouldn’t leave a message or say what it was regarding.
Another call about YBL postcard program, sounds very suspicious, planning to block
sales call about SEO services. when I declined, caller responded inappropriately and questioned my customer service skills
man with British accent asked if I received a postcard from their organisation
Woman with Danish accent called asking if I got a postcard about updating address, mentioned Google does this, asked about owning a business without introducing herself. hung up
Asked for money to get my business listed at top of Google. when I questioned their company name they got very upset and threatened me. reported to police
Caller with English accent asked to speak to owner, asked if we're large or small business but wouldn't say why
Called despite being on Do Not Call list
Multiple calls from UK-based scammers, avoid sharing any business info with them
Caller was extremely rude and aggressive, digital marketer, gets 12+ calls daily from these
Hung up as soon as I answered, heard busy call center in background, frustrating
Ruthlessly calling every day.
uK/British number calling despite being on do not call list, very frustrating
Aggressive salesman pressured me about business, insulted me when I declined services
Unsolicited calls for several days, answered without speaking and heard call centre background noise before hang up
Caller didn't identify themselves, pressured me asking why I'd decline their services and if I was fully booked, hung up
Used Google to find info about my business, tried to sell me expensive top 3 search listing
scammers claiming to inquire about business on google maps. hung up when asked more. called back number no longer in service
Caller claimed he sent me a letter before calling, but I never got anything. don't know how he got my details
Caller with British accent, wouldn't say why they were calling and hung up
Got my details from hipages, tried to persuade me they weren't selling a website but offering to help my business appear higher on Google
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 04 0234 6626 actually from Google?
No. Google does not cold-call businesses offering search ranking services or claiming they've sent unsolicited postcards. Multiple contributors have reported that callers from 0402346626 cannot provide verification when asked basic details like delivery addresses or email names. If you believe this is a genuine service, verify directly through official Google Business Profile at google.com/business, never via a phone number they provide. Real Google business services are managed through your own account, not via unsolicited calls.
What happens if I call back 0402346626?
One contributor reported the line was "dead" when they attempted to call back 04 0234 6626. Others have reached various callers who claim to represent different businesses or offer different services. Calling back may connect you to a switchboard or operator who transfers you back into the sales pitch. It's safer to block the number rather than engage further. Do not provide any information if you do reach someone.
Why do they keep mentioning a postcard they claim to have sent?
This is a social engineering tactic. By claiming they've already contacted you via mail, callers from 04 0234 6626 create false familiarity and legitimacy. Contributors report this is used to lower defences - if you believe they've already made contact, you're more likely to listen. No postcard actually exists. When questioned about delivery addresses or other specifics, contributors report callers become defensive or evasive, quickly pivoting to sales pitches instead.
What's the urgency tactic used by 0402346626 callers?
Multiple contributors report callers from 04 0234 6626 using phrases like "you'll lose your spot on Google" or "you need to act now before competitors do." This creates artificial time pressure to force quick decisions. One contributor noted a caller was aggressive when they hesitated, insisting the offer was expiring. No such time limits actually exist for legitimate Google services. Legitimate service providers never use aggressive pressure or claims that you'll lose rankings if you don't purchase through them.
Should I worry if I gave them information?
If you provided payment details, bank account information, or login credentials to someone from 04 0234 6626, report this immediately to your bank and ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au. If you only provided your business name, location, or phone number, your risk is lower but you should still block the number and monitor for follow-up contact. One contributor's report indicated possible phishing links, so be especially cautious if they sent any links or attachments. Do not click any links from this number.
Why do they have different callers and accents on 0402346626?
Contributors report receiving calls from different callers (including one named "Nadia") with varying accents, suggesting 04 0234 6626 is used by a call centre operation with multiple staff members. The consistent message across different callers (unsent postcards, urgency, Google ranking services) indicates they're following a shared script and operation. Some reports mention hearing background call centre noise even on silent calls, confirming this is an organised telemarketing operation rather than an individual.