0808 2800002
Also shown as:
- 0808 280 0002
- +44 808 280 0002
AI Summary
Based on 2 community reports
Community Reports
2 verified reports
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Said they were from Santander fraud line. It was an automated call that left a message on the answer phone, giving a pin code to enter when calling back. A real call from Santander wouldn't leave a voicemail. SCAM NUMBER. BEWARE.
Said they were the bank's fraud team
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About 0808 280 0002
What type of number is 0808 280 0002?
The phone number 0808 2800002 (also written as +44 808 280 0002) is a Freephone number . Calls to this number are free to call from all UK landlines and mobiles.
Is 0808 280 0002 safe to answer?
Based on 2 community reports, this number has been frequently reported as spam or a potential scam. The current risk score is 85% with 2 reports marking it as spam .
Exercise extreme caution if you receive a call from this number. Do not share personal or financial information.
What should I do if 0808 280 0002 calls me?
If you receive an unexpected call from 0808 280 0002, consider the following:
- Don't answer immediately if you don't recognise the number – let it go to voicemail and see if they leave a message.
- Never share personal information such as bank details, passwords, or PINs with unknown callers.
- Be wary of urgency tactics – legitimate organisations won't pressure you to act immediately.
- Verify the caller by hanging up and calling the organisation back on their official number.
How to report a scam call
If you believe you've received a scam call from 0808 280 0002, you can take the following steps:
- Report the number using the form on this page to help warn others.
- Report to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at actionfraud.police.uk.
- Contact your phone provider to block the number.
- If money has been taken, contact your bank immediately.
- For ongoing harassment, contact the police on 101.
About number spoofing
Be aware that caller ID can be falsified (spoofed). Scammers may display 0808 280 0002 on your phone even though the call originates from a different number. If a caller claims to be from a bank, government agency, or other organisation, hang up and call them back using an official number from their website.
Disclaimer: CallerCheck UK has no affiliation with the owner of 0808 280 0002 or any related companies. Information on this page is based entirely on community reports and publicly available data. If you have been a victim of fraud, please contact Action Fraud or the police directly – we cannot investigate individual cases. Report accuracy depends on community contributions and may not reflect the current status of this number.
Is this your number? If you own this phone number and believe reports are inaccurate or false, you can submit a claim using the "Claim This Number" button in the sidebar to verify ownership and request a review.
Frequently Asked Questions
To block 0808 2800002:
- iPhone: Go to Recents, tap ⓘ next to the number, then "Block this Caller"
- Android: Long press the number in Recents and select "Block number"
- Landline: Contact your provider (BT, Sky, Virgin) to enable call blocking
You can also register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) to reduce unwanted calls.
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- Tel Number
- 0808 280 0002
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Area
- Freephone
- Type
- Freephone
- First Seen
- Today
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How to Block 0808 2800002
- Open the Phone app and go to Recents
- Find 0808 2800002 and tap the ⓘ icon next to it
- Scroll down and tap Block this Caller
- Confirm by tapping Block Contact
Alternatively: Settings → Phone → Blocked Contacts → Add New
- Open the Phone app and go to Recents
- Long press on 0808 2800002
- Tap Block/report spam
- Confirm by tapping Block
Steps may vary slightly depending on your phone manufacturer
Contact your phone provider to block 0808 2800002:
- BT: Use BT Call Protect (free service)
- Sky: Call 03442 414 141 to enable call blocking
- Virgin Media: Use the Virgin Media app or call 150
- TalkTalk: Enable CallSafe in your account settings
You can also register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) at tpsonline.org.uk to reduce unwanted calls.