0493 253 170

Based on first-hand reports from 2 Reverseau community members who received calls from this number, community reports indicate that 50% of reporters describe it as Suspicious, with an average caller safety rating of 2.5 out of 5. The most recent experience was recorded on 9 November 2022. Each report reflects a real interaction documented by someone who answered or received a call from this number.

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Suspicious Spam Mobile Telstra Limited

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  • Suspicious
  • Spam

The phone number 0493 253 170 has raised suspicions among users. Many consider it spam, particularly due to its erratic behaviour. Learn how to handle calls from this number effectively.

Overview of 0493 253 170

The phone number 0493 253 170 / 0493253170 has been reported by users as suspicious, with indications pointing towards spam or potentially unwanted telemarketing calls. Primarily, the reports focus on unease surrounding the nature of the calls, which seem to relate to financial services, particularly superannuation schemes.

User Experiences

Firstly, a report from 24th January 2022 highlights that the caller did not leave a message, which is often a strong indicator of spam. Many unsolicited calls tend to fail to provide any meaningful info when the recipient does not answer, resulting in a quick hang-up rather than a detailed interaction.

Further user feedback from 9th November 2022 detailed a concerning interaction where the caller attempted to discuss recent super fund performance. However, when the user probed about how their information had been obtained, the call was abruptly terminated. This behaviour is alarming and points towards a lack of legitimacy.

Classification and Recommendations

Based on user reports, we classify 0493 253 170 / 0493253170 as a suspicious phone number, likely connected to a telemarketing scheme regarding superannuation unsolicited solicitations. Calls of this nature can often escalate to scams or identity theft if personal information is exchanged.

  • Do not provide personal information: If you receive a call from this number, do not share any details about your financial situation or personal identification information.
  • Block the number: For your peace of mind, consider blocking this number if you continue to receive calls.
  • Use Reverseau: Utilise our Reverse Phone Lookup service to identify unknown callers and make informed decisions regarding incoming calls, enhancing your phone security throughout Australia.

Stay vigilant when answering calls from unknown numbers. It’s always important to question the legitimacy of random callers, especially when they request sensitive information related to your finances.

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What Our Users Reviewed

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Suspicious

I received a call regarding recent super fund performance. When I inquired further about their database information, they abruptly hung up. This raised my suspicions about their legitimacy.

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Nottingham
Spam

I think it's spam. Unknown number No message left.

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 0493 253 170 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.