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FraudScan Score
60%
Fraud Risk
Legitimate User Activity
None
Likely fraudulent, spam, or a new number
Valid Number
Yes
Prepaid Number
No
Active Status
Active
Do not Call Status
Not On DNC List
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Threat Detection
Likely a Safe Caller
User Score
Spam Score
0% Spam Risk
Leaked
Not Leaked
Search Volume
Very High
41 Searches
by our users
Nuisance Call Scan
Low Risk
0 Complaints
by our users
VoIP Number
No
Recent Abuse
No
Risk Level
Risky
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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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(888) 617-1261
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(888) 617-1261
Says it is from Microsoft. My computer is locked up. Says Trojan spyware on my computer. Call this number. Do not attempt to shut down or res**** computer. Pc locked for security reasons. 18886171261