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FraudScan Score
60%
Fraud Risk
Legitimate User Activity
None
Likely fraudulent, spam, or a new number
886
Valid Number
Yes
Prepaid Number
No
Active Status
Active
Do not Call Status
Not On DNC List
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Threat Detection
Potential SPAM / Scam Caller Please use caution!
User Score
Spam Score
100% Spam Risk
Leaked
Not Leaked
Search Volume
886
Very High
886 Searches
by our users
Nuisance Call Scan
Unwanted Caller
14 Complaints
by our users
VoIP Number
No
Recent Abuse
No
Risk Level
Risky
This number has been reported as spam 14 times, has been searched 886 times, and has garnered 18 comments by our users. These numbers are higher than average, indicating a possible high risk of spam.
User Comments
People are Saying:
User comments about the phone number (888) 484-0242 indicate persistent calls, primarily attributed to a billing collection issue, possibly linked to a specific retailer. Many users report receiving frequent calls without messages, expressing frustration over the incessant contact. While the number appears to be associated with collections, it's unclear if this may indicate spam or unwanted solicitations.
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Area Code 888 Trends and Insights
Area code 888, primarily known for toll-free communication, reveals interesting dynamics in demographics and economic trends according to public data sources. This area code caters to a diverse population engaged in various industries, enhancing its economic vibrancy. As a virtual area, it doesn't tie to a specific geographic region, allowing a broad base of corporate and individual usage, reflecting shifting communication patterns and national consumption trends.
Call Complaint Trends
According to FCC complaint metrics, the 888 area code has experienced notable changes in communication patterns over time. Wireless and mobile complaints peaked in 2016, followed by a decline. Wired complaint levels also saw a reduction, especially notable from 2022 to 2023. VOIP complaints peaked in 2019 but diminished to around 200 by 2023. In terms of call types, prerecorded voice complaints hit their highest in 2019 but reduced to about 500 by 2023. Live voice call issues followed a similar descent. Text message complaints briefly soared in 2022 but settled to roughly 140 in 2023. Unwanted call reports only began in 2014, spiking sharply in 2019 with telemarketing concerns reduced significantly post-2015.
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People are Saying:
(888) 484-0242 - January 28th, 2014 6:38pm
calls numerous times daily begins at 830 a.m . until 9 p.m. and NEVER leaves a message
(888) 484-0242 - March 13th, 2013 4:59pm
They called a***n using another # this time they must think we are ****** on a do not call list which means nothing to them
(888) 484-0242 - October 17th, 2013 6:19pm
They called left message to call them but they don't say who they are
(888) 484-0242 - September 5th, 2013 1:59pm
They have an important message for me.. So leave the message.. ***?!?
(888) 484-0242 - September 11th, 2013 9:31pm
Leave me a message.. Maybe I'll call you back.. Pain in the****!!
(888) 484-0242 - October 31st, 2013 8:43pm
Left no message cut back yo calling once a day
(888) 484-0242 - October 15th, 2013 4:40pm
Called a***n left message doesn't say who they are
(888) 484-0242 - March 8th, 2013 3:43pm
They call me everyday it's getting aggravating
(888) 484-0242 - October 30th, 2013 11:31pm
Called a***n left no message
(888) 484-0242 - August 29th, 2013 2:15pm
Really? Calling everyday? ***
(888) 484-0242 - October 22nd, 2013 6:25pm
They called a***n no message
(888) 484-0242 - October 28th, 2013 8:34pm
They call no message
(888) 484-0242 - October 14th, 2013 7:27pm
Left no message
(888) 484-0242 - October 5th, 2013 1:04am
Fingerhut
(888) 484-0242 - August 27th, 2012 10:32pm
once fingerhut is paid off I will never, ever buy anything from them a***n. You s**** getting calls even before the payment due date. Sometimes every hour on the hour. And I was a head of payments!!
(888) 484-0242 - November 26th, 2012 2:43pm
Its Fingerhut-- they got their auto dialers tuned to a tee; they call the first second a payment is due.
(888) 484-0242 - March 24th, 2012 3:26pm
Fingerhut bill collection.
(888) 484-0242 - October 5th, 2011 10:08pm
LISTEN TO ANSWERING MA****E..PERSON WAS WOMAN SAYING SHE HAD A VERY IMPORTANT CALL FOR NAME AND GAVE THIS NUMBER TO CALL BACK.HAVE NO PLANS TO CALL HER BACK.SHE HAS CALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND IT'S AGGRAVATING..