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0485 013 096 (0485013096): 2 community reports flagging this Optus mobile number for spam and nuisance calls with no message left.
Spam and Nuisance Reports for 0485 013 096
Two contributors have reported activity from 0485 013 096, an Optus mobile number. Reports indicate this number is generating unwanted contact, with callers leaving no voicemail or message when calls connect or go unanswered.
The pattern suggests automated or unsolicited calling behaviour. One contributor who answered the call from 0485013096 reported only spam activity with no legitimate business purpose identified. A second report noted the call arrived marked as spam by their device, which they ignored, and no message was left on the line.
Call Patterns and Reporting Behaviour
Reports for 0485 013 096 come from different call outcomes - one answered and one missed. The fact that neither caller left a voicemail or message is typical of spam operations that rely on volume calling rather than genuine contact attempts.
Both contributors who received calls from 0485013096 took action to reject or ignore the contact, suggesting recognition of unwanted calling patterns. Device-level spam filtering appears to have flagged this number in at least one instance.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0485 013 096
If 0485 013 096 calls you:
- Do not: Answer if you don't recognise the number, return the call, or engage with any message
- Do: Let calls go to voicemail, mark as spam in your phone settings, block the number, and ignore any voicemail
- If answered: Hang up immediately without engaging, do not confirm you're on the line, and do not press any keys
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0485 013 096
If you receive an SMS from 0485013096:
- Do not: Click any links, reply to the message, or call back the number
- Do: Delete the message immediately, mark it as spam in your phone app, block the number, and report it
- Report the SMS: Forward it to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting service)
How to Report 0485 013 096
If you receive unwanted calls or SMS from 0485 013 096, report the activity to Australian authorities:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report spam calls and SMS at acma.gov.au - this helps track patterns across the network
- Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to reduce telemarketing calls (though this applies mainly to commercial marketing, not all spam)
- Scamwatch: If the call involved a scam attempt, report details at scamwatch.gov.au
- Reverseau: Add your own report about 0485 013 096 to help other Australians identify this number
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Spam.
Came through marked as spam, ignored it, left nothing on the line
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 0485 013 096 a scam number?
Current reports for 0485 013 096 flag it as spam and nuisance rather than a specific scam operation. The calls leave no message and appear to be unsolicited contact. If you have additional information suggesting fraud or scam activity from 0485013096, report it to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au.
Why does 0485 013 096 keep calling me?
Spam callers using 0485013096 typically work from contact lists acquired through data sources or purchased databases. Answering or engaging may add you to active calling lists. The best approach is to block the number immediately and avoid returning the call.
Should I answer calls from 0485 013 096?
No. Reports about 0485 013 096 show callers leave no message and provide no legitimate reason for contact. If you don't recognise the number, let it go to voicemail. If it's important, a genuine contact will leave a message or call from a known number.
Can I block 0485 013 096 on my phone?
Yes. On most Australian phones, you can block 0485 013 096 through your contacts or recent calls list. Mark the number as spam/blocked, and your phone will automatically send future calls to voicemail or reject them. Check your phone's settings for blocking options specific to your device.
What should I do if I answered a call from 0485 013 096?
If you answered 0485013096 and the caller said nothing or only provided a generic spam message, hang up immediately. Block the number. Do not call back or provide any personal information. If no sensitive information was shared, no further action is needed beyond blocking.
Where can I report 0485 013 096?
Report 0485 013 096 to ACMA at acma.gov.au for spam calls and SMS, and to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au if you suspect fraud. Forward SMS from 0485013096 to 0429 999 888 for direct ACMA reporting. You can also add a report here on Reverseau to help other Australians.