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08 6263 6363 (0862636363): 34 community reports of impersonation calls claiming to be from iiNet/TPG, silent calls, and callback requests. Number may be hijacked.
Impersonation and Silent Call Reports for 08 6263 6363
The number 08 6263 6363 (also written as 0862636363) has attracted 34 community reports with a concerning pattern of impersonation tactics and silent calls. Contributors report repeated contact from this Western Australian local service number, with callers falsely claiming affiliation with iiNet or TPG. One report from October 2024 indicates the number was hijacked by scammers after the contributor called iiNet directly to confirm - iiNet confirmed they do not own 0862636363 and that it had been compromised.
The most distinctive pattern involves silent calls and callback requests. Five contributors report receiving calls that disconnect immediately or play dead silence when answered. Another contributor describes persistent callbacks after logging a support request with their provider, suggesting scammers may have intercepted service requests. Multiple reports note that callers refuse to confirm the contributor's identity when asked - a major red flag for impersonation.
What Callers Claiming to Be from iiNet or TPG Say
Contributors who answered calls from 08 6263 6363 report several consistent approaches. One caller claimed to be from iiNet and asked to "check details", but the contributor noted poor English and a suspicious tone. Another report describes a caller offering a 50% mobile service discount but refusing to confirm the contributor's name when challenged - instead asking the contributor to confirm their own name first, a classic social engineering tactic.
A contributor received a callback on 08 6263 6363 after logging a non-existent Wi-Fi problem they did not report, raising the possibility of intercepted support tickets. Another caller claimed to have information about NBN but had contextual inconsistencies - the contributor heard children in the background and the caller claimed to be working from home, but the overall interaction felt inauthentic.
Several contributors describe calls that simply disconnect or play silence when answered, with no attempt at conversation. One business owner reported days of incoming calls from 0862636363 that disconnect immediately upon answer, disrupting normal operations.
Call Patterns and Timing
The reporting history for 0862636363 spans nearly two years, with notable clusters suggesting multiple waves of activity. One contributor documented 11 calls between early March and early July 2024, none of which left voicemails despite the caller's repeated attempts. Another reported 4 calls within 24 hours in October 2024, followed by additional calls days later.
Calls have been received at various times, including an early Sunday morning call at 8am. Contributors report that the number leaves no voicemail in most cases, or leaves empty voicemails with just silence or static. One contributor received calls twice in one day from 08 6263 6363, with the second call featuring the discount offer attempt. The pattern suggests either robocalling systems or manual dialling by scammers cycling through lists.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 6263 6363
If 08 6263 6363 calls you, take these steps:
- Do not: Answer unknown numbers from this number, return any missed calls, or provide personal information like your name or account details
- Do not: Confirm or deny any service account details if the caller claims to represent iiNet, TPG, or any other provider
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail - legitimate service providers will leave a detailed message with a direct callback number
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller refuses to confirm your identity when challenged, or if they ask you to confirm your name first
- Do: Block 0862636363 on your phone after the first suspicious call
- Do: Verify any service requests independently by calling your actual provider directly using their official phone number from their website or bill
- Do: Never return a call to a number that called you - scammers may impersonate your provider and trick you into calling a fake support line
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 08 6263 6363
If you receive an SMS from 0862636363:
- Do not: Click any links in the message or reply to the SMS
- Do not: Download any attachments or follow instructions in the message
- Do: Delete the message immediately
- Do: Report the SMS as spam - forward the message to 0429 999 888 (the Australian spam reporting line)
- Do: Block the number in your phone settings
How to Report 08 6263 6363
If you receive a suspicious call or SMS from 0862636363, report it to Australian authorities:
- Scamwatch: Report to the Australian Consumer and Competition Commission at scamwatch.gov.au - Scamwatch tracks patterns and warns the public
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the number at acma.gov.au for potential illegal calling or hijacking
- ReportCyber: If you experienced financial loss or data theft, report at cyber.gov.au
- Do Not Call Register: Add your number to the national Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au, though this applies mainly to telemarketing
- Your Phone Provider: Contact your own service provider (TPG, iiNet, Telstra, etc.) to report the impersonation attempts - they may have been compromised or may block the number
- Reverseau: Submit your own report on this page to help other Australians identify this number
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What Our Users Reviewed
Actually a real call from my internet provider
This belongs to TPG now, seems legit
No voicemail left, unclear what it was about
Persistent calls despite asking for email only, harassment from iiNet
Have been called multiple times from this number which is located interstate from my home. No message ever left … scam.
Called twice, voicemail with no actual message, third call was dead silence, blocked number, turns out WestNet but no association with them
Missed call from Iitel, no message left
Called unexpectedly claiming to be from iiNet saying they need to check my details, poor English, felt like a scam
Called 3 times on Oct 15, Oct 16, and twice today, calls drop when I answer except one where they claimed to be from iiNet
4 calls in 24 hours, called back connected to iinet, iinet said number hijacked by scammers
called early Sunday 8am, I'd logged callback about non-existent Wi-Fi problem, I'm TPG not Inet, seems odd
Called twice in one day, second time offered 50% discount on mobile service, asked me to confirm first and last name, when I asked them to tell me my name they refused and I hung up
Tricked into paying $3000 for electrical work, company not responsive scheduling or communicating
Woman called with info about NBN, had kids playing in background, said she was working from home but seemed off, planning to block
Today,03/072024, I looked up this number. Have had calls at least 11 times since 06/03/2024. I never answered. They never left a message. If it was important, you would think they should leave a voice message or text. As many are saying on this site, most probably a scammer.
Keeps calling my business, when I answer no one's there and it disconnects, happening for days
Called me, left no message, checked and others say it's scammers so I blocked it
Got called at 7 AM woke me up, no message left, reckon it was iinet, I'd emailed support not asking for a call
keep getting calls from this number. when I answer no one's there. blocked it
IiNet cold calling during work hours
Follow-up from iiNet about previous technical support issue
ALERT! Hang up and call your internet / phone provider! ALERT!
This number is spoofed by a scammer, you should contact your telco immediately!
After calling iinet support and checking their records I have found out that 80% of the calls from this number have infarct been scammers faking this number by spoofing it.
Number has been reported as spoofed by scammers, iinet support confirmed 80% of calls linked to fraud
Answered and they hung up right away, number linked to iiNet but concerned it might be hijacked
Started getting silent calls after calling iInet support in Manila, not happy with service
Daily calls for over a month, finally answered and they tried to sign me up for internet upgrade and mobile plans. called back 2 hours later despite asking for after-work contact
Callers claim to be iiNet but when I pick up I hear odd tone or they hang up straight away, blocking it
Three unsolicited calls, never left messages
Calls 2 to 4 times a day, when I answer they stay silent, when I call back get automated message saying iiNet. some say it's legitimate but I doubt it
Got a call, they didn't leave a message, might be iinet but since they didn't ask me to call back I won't
Caller claimed to be from iinet but when I called real iinet they said this number isn't theirs
17th October 2023. Caller called at 5.30 pm claiming to be from Iinet. When challenged he just hanged up.
Don't recognise the number, didn't answer
Warning that (08) 6263 6363 are known scammers
Repeated calls despite assuring removal from list, I never answer but they keep calling with no message, seems like automated cold calling
Caller said my conversation was being recorded. when I said I didn't consent, they hung up. claimed to be from iiNet or Internode but I don't believe it
calls every fortnight for three months from number identifying as iiNet, asking for Nancy, I've told them wrong number multiple times but they keep calling
IiNet following up on an NBN fault I'd reported
Call from iinet about NBN connection dropping out that I'd complained about
Unsolicited call from (08) 6263 6363, claimed to be from iiNet but immediately asked for my name and surname
No message left. Found numerous complaints about unsolicited calls from this number
keep calling even though I told them via email I'm overseas. Called me in the middle of the night
got two calls after cancelling internet, didn't answer, timing felt ominous
Another call from Osborne Park call centre about changing my phone plan. I complained before and they stopped, now calling again. Didn't leave a message
Call from iinet about a service I asked about, message was unclear and hard to understand
called claiming to be iinet, no message left, called back and was told no one had called
Suspicious call I didn't answer, left two-minute blank voicemail then called again with same
Follow-up call about outage I reported yesterday, already fixed but they called during dinner
Number is associated with Westnet/iinet, a telecommunications provider
IiNet calling back as I'd requested, legitimate call
Iinet called about NBN fault I'd been trying to resolve, was legitimate and confirmed the issue
Received call on mobile but no message left. Missed call but not returning call as this no. Is unknown to me.
As soon as I cancelled internet with iinet, the phone rang. I saw the above number so didn't answer.
IiNet support.
I had a missed call from this number and they didn't leave a message or voicemail.
I didn't ring back I'm very cautious and if the call was important they would get back to me.
I think they may be from iinet.
They, apparently want you to ring them....... It save them money!!
I was talking on my mobile to iinet because I was unable to access my message bank from my home phone. When I hung up a message appeared that I had a missed call from 0862 636 363.
IiNet support team.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Should I answer if 08 6263 6363 calls me?
No. Multiple contributors have confirmed that 0862636363 is used for impersonation calls claiming to be from iiNet or TPG. One contributor called iiNet directly and confirmed the number is hijacked. Legitimate service providers call from verified numbers published on their official websites and bills. Let any call from 08 6263 6363 go to voicemail.
A caller from 0862636363 asked me to confirm my name - is this normal?
No. A contributor reported that a caller from 08 6263 6363 offering a mobile discount refused to confirm the contributor's identity first, instead asking the contributor to confirm their own name. This is a classic impersonation tactic - scammers verify your name before pitching, while legitimate providers already have your details. Hang up if this happens.
I received multiple silent calls from 08 6263 6363 in one day - what does this mean?
Five contributors report silent calls or immediate disconnects from 0862636363. One contributor received 4 calls in 24 hours. Silent calls often indicate robocalling systems or scammers testing active phone numbers. Block 0862636363 immediately and do not return any calls to this number.
Can iiNet or TPG use 08 6263 6363 to contact me?
Unlikely. One contributor directly verified with iiNet that 0862636363 is not their number and that the number had been hijacked by scammers. If iiNet or TPG need to contact you, they will call from numbers listed on their official websites, your account portal, or your bill. Never assume a caller is from your provider - always call them back on a number you look up yourself.
What should I do if I already gave personal information to a caller from 08 6263 6363?
Contact your service provider immediately using their official phone number (from their website or bill, not from any caller). Inform them you may have been impersonated and ask them to review your account for unauthorised changes. If you provided banking details or financial information, contact your bank and consider freezing your credit with Australian credit reporting agencies.
How can I report 0862636363 to authorities?
Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au, ACMA at acma.gov.au, or cyber.gov.au if you lost money. One contributor documented that 08 6263 6363 was confirmed as hijacked by iiNet, so ACMA may investigate the hijacking and unauthorised use. Also report on Reverseau to warn other Australians.