(02) 9099 5872

Based on first-hand reports from 7 Reverseau community members who received calls from this number, community reports indicate that most (86%) describe it as Scam, with an average caller safety rating of 1.3 out of 5. The most recent experience was recorded on 22 April 2025. Each report reflects a real interaction documented by someone who answered or received a call from this number.

3-min Read 7 Reports

Likely Scam
Scam Suspicious Local service Sydney, NSW 1001 Symbio Networks Pty Ltd

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  • Scam
  • Suspicious

Beware of calls from 02 9099 5872, reported as a crypto scam number. This article explains the nature of the scam and how to handle such calls effectively.

Understanding the Nature of the Call from 02 9099 5872

The phone number 02 9099 5872 / 0290995872 has recently come under scrutiny following multiple user reports identifying it as a source of fraudulent activity, specifically targeting individuals through cryptocurrency scams. This alert serves as a guide to help you recognise the signs of such scams and provides advice on how to respond when contacted by this number.

Classification: Scam

According to user reviews, this number has been reported by several individuals as making aggressive calls where the caller purports to be associated with cryptocurrency services like Coinbase. The pattern is consistent among reports: the caller claims there are issues with the recipient's cryptocurrency account and pressures them to provide personal details such as their name, address, and even banking information.

Common Characteristics of the Scam

  • Imposter Claims: The caller claims to represent a legitimate cryptocurrency service, creating a false sense of urgency around the supposed account issue.
  • High-Pressure Tactics: Many users reported that the caller would yell or become aggressive if they refused to provide the requested information, which is a common tactic used by scammers to intimidate victims.
  • Request for Sensitive Information: The scammer requests personal and sensitive information, including bank account numbers and passwords, which should never be given over the phone, especially to someone who initiates the call.

How to Handle Calls from 02 9099 5872

If you receive a call from this number, the best course of action is to:

  • Do Not Engage: Avoid answering the call or disclosing any personal information.
  • Be Cautious: If you feel uncertain about the legitimacy of the call, hang up and do not return the call.
  • Report the Number: Use services like Reverseau or other community platforms to report the number as a scam, helping others avoid potential fraud.

Conclusion

The number 02 9099 5872 / 0290995872 is firmly classified as part of a cryptocurrency scam, with users encountering aggressive callers purporting to fix ‘issues’ with their accounts. Educate yourself about these tactics and stay alert to safeguard your information. For further assistance, consider using services like Reverse Phone Lookup Australia to confirm numbers before returning calls.

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What Our Users Reviewed

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Danz
Scam

Thank you for your post, Bernie; it was very helpful to me as I just received the same text message.

B
Burak
Scam

Public holiday caller. Didn’t answer, checked number here and could clearly see the call was related to crypto scammers. Thanks for the previous reviews. Number blocked and no intention of calling.

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Couchman
Scam

I got a call from a guy with african type accent. Said my account has been been hacked.

Ok, so it’s Sunday, and a public holiday, and at a time when some people are still sleeping, so for a MOMENT, I thought this was legit. However, male did not introduce himself, nor say where he was calling from, instead stating “we have what we believe to be fraudulent activity on your account. We need you to login and we will talk you through it over the phone”

I then said “oh really, which account are you calling about?” To which he replied “your crypto, I need you to tell me your account number” (I thought here we go, you just called me to tell me my account has some fraudulent activity, and you don’t know my account number) and also asked for my password. I said I’m not sharing my account details with you, if you believe there’s some suspicious activity, put my account on hold and I will deal with it later.

He then starting screaming at me “listen to me now bitch, you have to do exactly what I say …. “

And I then hung up on him.

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Weir
Suspicious

Has a missed call from this number.

Thank you to those who had shared their experiences with this number.

I know not to call back:-)

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Waldmann
Scam

I got a call from a guy with very difficult to understand accent. Said something along the lines of my crypto account has issues and they have put account on temporary hold and to ensure I could access my account, I needed to answer some security questions. Firstly though he wanted me to give my name, address, phone number etc., and also asked me for my bank account number. After that, he would then go into security questions. I refused to entertain the call and told him I didn’t have any crypto accounts or issues for that matter. Male started ranting and screaming at me. I told him I was going to hang up and then call the cops. He then started swearing at me and that’s when I hung up and blocked the number.

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Teach
Scam

I got a call from a guy with african type accent. Told me it was to do with my crypto currency. Apparently there was an issue with my “account” and he asked me “for security purposes” to give my full name, address and phone number.

I asked what the “issue” was and he said I needed to give my details first, before he could continue with the call.

I asked him why I needed to give my details when it was him who called me. He then started to yell saying I could lose all my $$$ if I didn’t hurry up.

I told him I think he had called me by mistake when he screamed “the only mistake will be if you don’t give me your details”

I hung up and blocked - I have never used crypto currency in my life - like WTF.

M
Maughan
Scam

Coinbase scam.

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About This Report

This page is part of the Reverseau Scam Intelligence Database, a community-driven dataset maintained by Reverseau since 2014. The database documents caller behaviour across Australian phone numbers based on first-hand user experiences.

Each entry is generated when individuals who received calls or messages from a number submit a report through our review form. Reports include a caller safety rating (1–5 scale) and a written account of the interaction. All submissions are moderated before publication.

The safety rating shown on this page reflects the collective assessment of (02) 9099 5872 by real users. It measures perceived caller risk, not the quality of this page. A low rating indicates that reporters consider this number likely to be associated with scam or spam activity.