Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about using Who Calls You. Can't find yours? Contact us.
Is Who Calls You free?
Yes. Searching numbers and adding reports is free and you do not need an account.
Can you tell me who owns a phone number?
No. We do not have access to subscriber details and do not publish the names of private people. We show the number type, the area for landlines, the company that holds the number range, and reports from people who received calls.
Where do the reports come from?
Every report is written by a visitor who received a call or text from the number. We do not write, buy or copy reports from other websites.
Why is a genuine company marked as spam?
Sometimes people report sales or debt collection calls from real companies as unwanted. Scammers also fake real companies' numbers. Read the comments and check with the company on a number from its official website.
Why does a number have no reports?
Nobody has reported it on our site yet. If it called you, adding a short report helps the next person.
Can a caller fake their number?
Yes. Caller ID spoofing lets scammers show any number, including real numbers of banks, government departments or local people. If a caller asks for money, codes or bank details, hang up and call the organisation back on a number you trust. For banks, call 159.
How do I block a number?
On iPhone open Recents, tap the (i) next to the number and choose Block Caller. On Android press and hold the number in your call log and choose Block. See our full guide for landlines and the Telephone Preference Service.
How do I report a scam to the authorities?
Report fraud to Action Fraud (Police Scotland on 101 in Scotland). Forward scam texts to 7726 for free. Report nuisance sales calls to the Information Commissioner's Office.
A report about my number is wrong. What can I do?
Use the "Flag this report" link or send us a removal request through the contact page. We review every request.
What is the Telephone Preference Service (TPS)?
A free UK register. Once your number is on it, UK companies may not make unsolicited sales calls to you. Scammers ignore it, so keep blocking and reporting them.
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