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0481 076 034 (0481076034): Community reports of ATO impersonation SMS with phishing links and aggressive Google business page sales calls. Multiple tactics reported.
ATO Impersonation and Callback Scam Reports for 0481 076 034
Two distinct scam tactics have been reported from 0481 076 034 (also written as 0481076034), operating via both SMS and voice calls. One contributor received an SMS claiming to be from the Australian taxation office, stating their account had been placed on hold and directing them to click a link. A separate report describes aggressive sales calls from someone claiming to be named Andy, pushing Google business page services and becoming hostile when declined, followed by harassment via text message from 0481076034.
The combination of impersonation (ATO and business services), phishing attempts, and callback request tactics suggests this mobile number on the Optus network is being used for multiple scam campaigns.
What Callers and Messages from 0481 076 034 Claim
The SMS from 0481076034 impersonates the Australian taxation office directly, claiming an account has been flagged or suspended and requiring urgent action through a provided link. This is a classic phishing approach designed to harvest login credentials or personal information.
Voice calls from 0481 076 034 take a different angle, with the caller identifying as Andy and insisting the recipient needs a Google business page for their company. When refused, the caller reportedly became rude and confrontational. The pattern escalates to text harassment from the same number, applying pressure through multiple channels.
Call and Message Patterns
Reports span different timeframes and channels. The SMS impersonation was reported in late December 2023, while the aggressive Google sales calls and follow-up texts are more recent (November 2024). The tactic shift between impersonation SMS and direct sales harassment suggests the number may be reassigned or used by different scam operators.
Both reports indicate the caller or sender is willing to escalate beyond initial refusal, either through persistence or aggression, typical of high-volume scam operations.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0481 076 034
If 0481 076 034 calls you:
- Do not: Provide personal details, business information, or payment information; return the call; or agree to services you didn't request
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller becomes aggressive or rude; block the number if it persists; verify any business or government claims through official channels only
- Verification: For any ATO claim, contact the ATO directly via ato.gov.au or 1800 008 540 using a phone number you find yourself, not one provided by the caller
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0481 076 034
If 0481076034 sends you a text claiming to be from the ATO or asking you to click a link:
- Do not: Click any links; reply to the message; provide personal information; or call any number in the SMS
- Do: Delete the message immediately; block the number; report it as spam/phishing to your mobile provider (Optus); and report to the ACMA if it impersonates a government agency
- Report the SMS: Forward the message to 0429 999 888 and include details of the sender
How to Report 0481 076 034
Report this number and your experience to the following Australian authorities:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - for ATO impersonation and phishing attempts
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - to report the misuse of this mobile number for scams
- ReportCyber: cyber.gov.au - if you clicked the phishing link or believe your data was compromised
- Your mobile provider: Contact Optus directly to report the abusive and scam activity on this number
- Reverseau: Add your own report here to help other Australians identify this number's behaviour
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What Our Users Reviewed
Text saying shipment waiting delivery, needed customs clearance via a link. Looks like they're rotating tactics on this one
Bloke named Andy insisting I need a Google page for my business, got rude when I declined, then harassed me with a text
Claims to be the Australian taxation office and that account has been put on hold and to follow link.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 0481 076 034 really from the ATO?
No. The ATO does not contact people via unsolicited SMS with urgent account warnings and links to click. Community reports show 0481076034 is impersonating the ATO to harvest personal information. If you receive such a message from 0481 076 034, it is a phishing scam. Always contact the ATO directly using the official phone number 1800 008 540 or visit ato.gov.au independently.
Why is 0481 076 034 asking me to get a Google business page?
Contributors report this is an aggressive sales tactic from 0481076034, likely a callback scam designed to gather business details or pressure you into paying for unwanted services. The caller pressures you to agree, and if you decline, becomes rude and escalates to harassment. Google does not cold-call businesses demanding page creation. Hang up and block the number.
What happens if I click the link in an SMS from 0481076034?
The link in messages from 0481 076 034 claiming to be the ATO is a phishing attempt designed to steal your login credentials, tax file number, or banking details. If you clicked it, change your myGov password immediately, monitor your bank accounts, and report it to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au and the ACMA.
Should I call back 0481 076 034 if they left a voicemail?
No. Do not call back 0481076034. Reports show this number uses callback request tactics, meaning they want you to initiate contact so they can exploit you further. If they claim to be from a government agency or business, find the official contact number independently and call that instead.
How do I block 0481 076 034 on my Optus phone?
On most Android phones, open the Phone app, find 0481076034 in your call history, press and hold, and select 'Block number'. On iPhone, open the Phone app, tap 'Recents', swipe left on 0481 076 034, and tap 'Block this Caller'. Also report the number to Optus customer service so they can flag it as a known scam number.
Are there other numbers similar to 0481 076 034 being used for the same scams?
Yes. Scammers often use multiple similar-looking numbers, especially on mobile networks like Optus. If you receive calls or texts from numbers similar to 0481076034, treat them with the same caution. Report any suspicious contact to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) and the ACMA (acma.gov.au) to help authorities track these operations.