San Jose's 669 area code is a hotspot for fake tech support calls and Amazon fraud alerts. Callers pretend to be from Microsoft or Apple to gain remote access to your computer and bank accounts.
Look up any suspicious number using our scam and spam phone number lookup database. It includes over 29 million Do Not Call and robocall complaints reported to the Federal Trade Commission.
Scammers pretending to be from Apple or Microsoft call claiming your iCloud account or computer's IP address has been breached from locations like Texas, New Mexico, China, or Russia. They use fake names like "Alexander," "Jerry Thompson," or "Mike Casper" and provide fake employee ID numbers to sound legitimate. The caller ID shows "APPLE_Support" even though the call is unsolicited. They pressure you to buy "Steam cards" or "apple security cards" from local stores, direct you to websites like www.fastsupport.com to give them remote computer access, and ask for bank details or credit card information over the phone. They use your gift card numbers to steal money and your remote access to install malware or steal personal data. Apple and Microsoft never make unsolicited calls about security breaches. Real tech companies never demand gift card payments.
"I got a call from this number and the gentleman said he was with Apple and my computer was hacked. He gave me his phone number, Name, Alex and correspondence from apple. Cost me $17K"
Callers claim there has been suspicious activity or a large fraudulent charge on your Amazon account, often mentioning a specific fake order like iPhones costing over $1,000 being shipped to Dayton, Ohio. The automated message mentions a suspicious charge for over $700 or $1,000, then pressures you to press "1" to speak to a representative. They ask you to buy gift cards to "track the scammers," download an app to give them device access, and become rude or aggressive when questioned. They use your gift card numbers to steal money and your personal information to access your real accounts. Amazon never calls about suspicious activity asking for payment or personal information. All official communication appears in your secure account on their website or app.
"Got this call & he stole 9,000.00 from my checking account reported to FBI"
Recorded messages threaten legal action, claiming criminal activity has been filed against you, your Social Security Number is being suspended, or there's an arrest warrant from the IRS. They demand you call back immediately to avoid appearing before a "magistrate or grand jury," with some callers even having your name and address to make threats seem real. They demand payment using gift cards to settle a supposed debt to the IRS. They use your personal information to steal your identity and your gift card payments to take your money. Government agencies contact you through official mail, not threatening robocalls. They never demand gift card payments or threaten to suspend your SSN over the phone.
"Robo call received which went to the Voice mail. Message threatened appearance before magistrate / grand jury if 'matter' not resolved and to call back this number."
A caller claims to be your grandson saying they are in trouble and need money immediately, often with stories about being in jail or needing money for a friend's funeral. Their voice sounds different from your real grandchild, they insist it's an "emergency" and ask you not to tell other family members, and they become argumentative if you question their identity. They use the money you send to steal from you while counting on your love for family to prevent you from verifying the story. Scammers easily find family relationship information online. They create panic so you act before checking with trusted family members.
"Called my house saying he was my grandson. Claimed he was going to the airport to go to a friend's funeral... I could tell it was a scam & next steps would be asking for money. I told him you are not my grandson... When I asked him his date of birth he hung up the phone."
Callers aggressively solicit donations for supposed charities like the "American Breast Cancer Foundation," calling multiple times a day from different numbers, early in the morning or late at night. They act familiar using your name, pressure you for immediate credit card donations over the phone, and ignore requests to be placed on do-not-call lists. They use your credit card number to steal money and sell your information to other scammers. Legitimate charities never pressure you into on-the-spot donations. Real charities respect do-not-call requests and gladly send information by mail.
"These people have been pestering me for the last year. Their a charity for Breast Cancer supposedly. They are very aggressive. I have asked them to stop calling me several times & they just wont listen. They got ahold of my name & when they call they act like they know me."
Text messages from unknown numbers contain suspicious YouTube links with messages like "is that your friend in the videos?" or simple baits like "Hey, This is Jess" or "Are you busy?" designed to get you to respond. Some claim you appear in a video as blackmail, while others ask vague questions to confirm your number is active. Clicking links installs malware on your phone or leads to websites that steal personal information, while responding confirms your number is active for future scam attempts. These messages are phishing attempts designed to steal information or confirm active phone numbers.
"Got a text with the same 'Isn't that you and your old friend' message with YouTube link. Deleted it. Thanks to others for reporting, so I could find it here."
No, area code 669 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in California, United States. Area code 669 is a general purpose code that has been in service since November 20, 2012.
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near California (San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara), or have a 669 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
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