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Community reports for 0482 084 728 (0482084728): Fake Square payment receipts with phishing links impersonating retailers like Stoney Crk Pottery and Evergreen Outdoor.
Fake Receipt Scam Reports for 0482 084 728
Five contributors have reported suspicious activity from 0482 084 728 (also written as 0482084728), all involving fraudulent receipt messages designed to trick recipients into clicking malicious links. The scam operates across multiple channels - SMS, calls, and potentially other messaging platforms - with attackers impersonating legitimate Australian retailers through fake Square payment confirmations.
The pattern is consistent: scammers send convincing-looking receipt messages claiming to be from real businesses, including Stoney Crk Pottery and Evergreen Outdoor, then encourage recipients to tap embedded links. This is a phishing operation targeting payment data and personal information.
What Callers and Messages from 0482 084 728 Claim
Contributors report receiving text messages from 0482084728 claiming to be Square payment receipts. One report describes a message appearing to confirm a purchase from Evergreen Outdoor, with the amount bizarrely listed in Japanese Yen - a red flag indicating the message is fraudulent. Another contributor received a nearly identical message with a link and an opt-out message designed to appear legitimate.
In at least one case, the scammer called claiming to be from Stoney Crk Pottery regarding a receipt. When the contributor investigated the business name, they discovered multiple online comments identifying the same number as a known scam operation. This suggests 0482 084 728 is being used repeatedly to target victims with the same false business identity.
A fifth report mentions a message referencing "Dark Rage" with a vague receipt link, creating confusion about which transaction was supposedly being confirmed. The intentional lack of clarity is typical of phishing attempts designed to make recipients click before thinking.
Report Patterns and Channel Breakdown
The majority of reports about 0482 084 728 involve SMS messages, with at least one call-based impersonation also documented. The SMS reports span several months between October 2024 and April 2026, indicating sustained activity from this number. Multiple contributors independently received messages from 0482084728 impersonating different retailers (Stoney Crk Pottery, Evergreen Outdoor, Dark Rage), suggesting the scammers rotate business names to avoid immediate recognition.
What makes these messages particularly dangerous is their convincing format - they mimic genuine Square payment confirmations with proper structure, amounts, and merchant names. The inclusion of opt-out language in one message was specifically noted as "very convincing" by a contributor, demonstrating how sophisticated the social engineering has become.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0482 084 728
If 0482 084 728 calls you:
- Do not: Provide personal information, bank details, or confirm any purchase details
- Do: Hang up immediately and independently verify with the business (use official contact details from their website, not numbers provided by the caller)
- Do: Block this number in your phone settings to prevent future contact
- Do: Report the call to the ACMA if it persists
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0482 084 728
If 0482084728 sends you a text message:
- Do not: Click any links in the message, regardless of how legitimate they appear
- Do not: Reply or confirm any details about yourself
- Do: Delete the message immediately
- Do: Report the SMS as spam by forwarding to 0429 999 888 (Australian spam reporting)
- Do: Block the number to prevent repeated messages
- Do: If you're concerned about a genuine purchase, contact the retailer directly using contact details from their official website
How to Report 0482 084 728
If you've received scam messages or calls from 0482 084 728 or 0482084728, report this activity to the relevant Australian authorities:
- Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au - provide details of what the message claimed and when you received it
- Report to the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au for illegal telemarketing or phishing calls
- Report the SMS to the national spam service by forwarding to 0429 999 888
- Report the phishing attempt to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au if the message contained a malicious link
- Share your experience on Reverseau to help other Australians identify this scam number
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What Our Users Reviewed
Text saying check your receipt, seemed off
Spam trying to get you to tap a dodgy link
Claimed to be from Stoney Crk Pottery about a receipt, googled it and found five comments saying it's a scam
Text claiming to be Square receipt for Evergreen Outdoor purchase, amount in Japanese Yen
text claiming to be Square receipt with link, followed by opt-out message, very convincing
Message saying View your receipt from Dark Rage, wasn't clear which transaction
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I already clicked a link from 0482 084 728?
Stop further interaction with any links from 0482084728 immediately. If the link asked for personal details, passwords, or banking information, contact your bank and financial institutions to alert them of potential fraud. Consider changing passwords for email and online banking accounts. Monitor your credit report and bank statements for suspicious activity. Report the incident to cyber.gov.au and consider whether your identity documents (license, passport details) may have been compromised.
Why are messages from 0482084728 so convincing?
Reports about 0482 084 728 indicate the scammers are using professional Square payment confirmation formatting, legitimate Australian business names, and proper SMS structure including opt-out language. This mimics genuine payment receipts so closely that contributors have described them as "very convincing." The scammers are deliberately copying the layout and tone of real payment notifications to lower your guard before you click the malicious link.
Is 0482 084 728 claiming to be a specific retailer?
0482 084 728 (0482084728) has been used to impersonate multiple different Australian retailers - Stoney Crk Pottery, Evergreen Outdoor, and Dark Rage have all been mentioned in reports. This suggests scammers rotate business names to avoid recognition. Always verify a purchase independently using official contact details from the business website, never using contact information provided in the message itself.
What does a real Square receipt message look like?
Real Square payment receipts typically come from the merchant directly and include consistent formatting, your name, and clear transaction details. However, messages from 0482 084 728 have been designed to closely mimic this format. If you're unsure, do not click any link. Instead, log into your bank account or Square account directly through your browser and check your transaction history, or contact the retailer using official contact details from their website, not from the message.
Can I block 0482084728 or will they use a different number?
Yes, block 0482 084 728 in your phone settings - this will prevent further messages from this specific number. However, scammers often use multiple numbers, so you may receive similar messages from different numbers in future. Remain cautious of any unexpected receipt messages and never click links from unsolicited texts. Report each new number to 0429 999 888 and to scamwatch.gov.au.
Why would a receipt show an amount in Japanese Yen?
One contributor received a message from 0482084728 claiming to be a Square receipt with the purchase amount listed in Japanese Yen instead of Australian dollars. This is an obvious red flag indicating the message is fake - no legitimate Australian retailer would send a receipt in a foreign currency. This nonsensical detail may have been included by the scammer in error, or intentionally to test whether recipients are paying attention before clicking the link.