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Community reports for 0421 435 698 (0421435698): Scammers requesting personal info and upfront payments via fake Facebook marketplace ads and sales.
Personal Information Request Scam Reports for 0421 435 698
Five contributors have reported suspicious activity from 0421 435 698 (also written as 0421435698), with a consistent pattern of personal information requests and upfront payment demands. Three separate reports specifically mention tactics focused on extracting personal details, while two additional reports describe callers promoting fake deals on social media platforms. The scammers operating from 0421435698 appear to target contributors interested in buying or selling items on Facebook, exploiting marketplace trust to obtain payment or personal information.
Reports indicate the caller uses broken English and applies aggressive pressure tactics. One contributor described the caller as "pushy" and unwilling to disengage when questioned. The Optus mobile number 0421 435 698 has been used across multiple scam variations, from fake financial offers to fraudulent marketplace sales.
What Callers from 0421 435 698 Claim
Contributors report several overlapping schemes from 0421435698. One caller promoted a Facebook ad offering a financial opportunity with a $50 deposit requirement, using poor English and refusing to end the conversation when challenged. Another report described the same number being used to contact a contributor about a car listed for sale on Facebook, with the caller demanding upfront payment before providing proof of ownership.
A third report indicates the caller from 0421 435 698 directly requested personal information without providing clear context. Additionally, contributors have reported this number advertising fake BBQ sales and other nonexistent products via social media. The pattern suggests scammers using 0421435698 cycle through multiple fake listings and offers to target unsuspecting contributors.
Report Patterns and Timing
Reports for 0421 435 698 span several months, with the most recent cluster occurring in January 2026. Three contributors who answered calls from 0421435698 reported direct contact, while one encountered the number via a Facebook ad and another through unspecified channels. The concentration of recent reports in January suggests increased activity from this mobile number, with similar tactics appearing across multiple report dates.
The breakdown shows scam reports slightly outnumber spam reports, with personal information requests being the dominant tactic across multiple incidents. Contributors consistently note the caller's poor English and aggressive pressure, suggesting a coordinated operation rather than isolated fraud attempts.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0421 435 698
If 0421 435 698 calls you:
- Do not: Share personal information, provide payment details, or send money for deposits or upfront fees
- Do not: Click links from SMS or messages claiming to be from this number
- Do not: Return the call if you suspect it is spam or a scam
- Do: Hang up immediately and block the number 0421435698 in your phone settings
- Do: If the caller mentions a Facebook marketplace item, verify the listing directly on Facebook and contact the seller through the official platform messaging
- Do: Report the incident to ACMA and Scamwatch with the number 0421 435 698
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0421 435 698
If you receive an SMS from 0421435698:
- Do not: Click any links or download attachments
- Do not: Reply to the message or engage with the sender
- Do: Delete the SMS immediately
- Do: Block the number 0421 435 698 in your phone settings
- Do: Forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting) and include the original message
- Do: Report the SMS on Reverseau to help warn other contributors about 0421435698
How to Report 0421 435 698
If you've received calls or messages from 0421 435 698, you can report the number to Australian authorities:
- Report to ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au - the regulator for spam and scam calls in Australia
- Report to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) - the official Australian government consumer warning service
- Report to Facebook directly if the scam involved a fake marketplace listing or ad
- If the scam involved requesting money or banking details, also report to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au
- Share your experience on Reverseau to help contributors identify and avoid calls from 0421435698
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What Our Users Reviewed
pushy caller promoting Facebook ad for $50 deposit, bad English, wouldn't drop it
Dodgy Facebook ad asking for 50 deposit, broken English, wouldn't let it go
Called about selling a car on Facebook, wanted upfront payment before showing proof of ownership
Scammer trying to get personal info
Contacted with ads for nonexistent BBQ, using social media for false sales
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why is 0421 435 698 calling me about Facebook marketplace items?
Multiple contributors report that 0421435698 targets people selling items on Facebook by posing as interested buyers or sellers. The scammer claims to have a product for sale or wants to buy yours, then requests personal information or upfront payment. Always verify Facebook marketplace listings directly through the platform and never send payment to a number that contacts you like 0421 435 698 - legitimate sellers use Facebook's built-in payment system.
What should I do if I already gave personal information to 0421 435 698?
Contact your bank and relevant financial institutions immediately to alert them of potential fraud. If you provided identity information (name, address, date of birth), monitor your credit report and consider placing a fraud alert. Report the call from 0421435698 to ACMA at acma.gov.au and Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with details of what information you shared. Do not send any money if they follow up requesting payment.
Is 0421 435 698 a legitimate Optus customer service number?
No. While 0421435698 is registered as an Optus mobile number, it is being used for scam activity according to five community reports. Legitimate Optus customer service numbers do not contact customers unprompted for personal information or payment. If Optus needs to contact you, verify the call by hanging up and calling the official Optus customer service number on the back of your bill or at optus.com.au.
Why do callers from 0421 435 698 have broken English?
Reports indicate the caller uses noticeably poor English, which is common among overseas-based scam operations. This can be a deliberate tactic to lower the victim's guard or may indicate the scammer is not a native English speaker. Regardless of their language proficiency, do not engage with 0421435698 - the language barrier does not make the request legitimate.
Should I block 0421 435 698 on my phone?
Yes, you should immediately block 0421435698 in your phone's call and message settings. After blocking, report the number to ACMA and Scamwatch so authorities can track the scam operation. If the same caller uses different numbers to contact you, block those as well and report each number separately.
What is the connection between the Facebook ads and calls from 0421 435 698?
Community reports show 0421435698 is used both to promote fake Facebook ads (offering deals for deposits) and to follow up with direct calls about marketplace items. The scammer appears to use multiple approaches - some contributors saw ads first, others received direct calls about Facebook sales. Either way, never send upfront payment or personal information to 0421 435 698 or any unsolicited caller promoting social media deals.