What Does It Mean to Get a Call from a 00000 Number?

A 00000 phone number is an invalid or fake number that appears on the caller ID due to network errors or caller ID spoofing, often by scammers and telemarketers. This number is not assigned to any carrier and does not belong to a real user. So, it's best to reject calls from such numbers.

If a 00000 number keeps calling you, the caller is hiding their real number. The call is most likely to be a scam, spam,or robocall.

• Caller ID spoofing: The caller conceals their actual number by falsifying their number in your caller ID.
• Scam or spam: Scammers use this number to trick you into answering their call by calling from a unique number.
• Robocalls: Automated calls may use fake numbers, such as 00000, to avoid being identified as spam or robocalls.
• Privacy protection: Some callers may use the number as a call masking tool to hide their actual phone number.

If you receive a call from a 00000 number, ignore or block the number and report it to the relevant authorities.

• Do not answer the call: Since a call from a 00000 number is likely a scam, it is best not to answer it. Answering such numbers could lead to more spam calls in the future.
• Block the number: Blocking the number helps prevent repeated calls from the same source.
• Report the call: Report the number to your service provider or the concerned authority to blacklist the number.
• Avoid sharing personal information: In case you answer the call, never reveal personal details over the phone.

To prevent calls from a 00000 number, register your number with the National Do Not Call Registry and block the number using third-party apps or your phone’s built-in call blocking features.

The Federal Trade Commission manages the National Do Not Call Registry to help consumers prevent unwanted telemarketing calls. The registry covers both cell phone and landline numbers.

Here’s how to register in the US National Do Not Call Registry to prevent calls from a 00000 phone number:

You can either use your mobile’s in-built call-blocking feature or install external apps to block the 00000 number.

Using the Phone’s Built-In Call Blocking Feature

You can block a 0000 number individually or prevent all unknown numbers automatically through your device’s built-in call-blocking feature.

How to Block the ‘00000’ Number Individually?

For iPhone:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Go to Recents.
3. Press the info icon (i inside a blue circle) of the 00000 phone number.
4. Navigate down and press Block Caller.
5. Press Block Contact.

For Android:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Go to Recents.
3. Press the 00000 phone number until a menu appears.
4. Select Block/report spam.
5. Check the Report call as spam and press Block.

How to Block All Unknown Numbers?

For iPhone:

1. Go to Settings > Phone.
2. Scroll down to Silence Unknown Callers.
3. Toggle on Silence Unknown Callers

For Android:

1. Go to Phone > Three vertical dots in the top right.
2. Select Settings.
3. Press Caller ID & spam.
4. Toggle on Filter spam calls.

Using Call Blocking Apps

Call-blocking apps like Truecaller, Hiya, or Robokiller can identify and block known spam numbers, including spoofed numbers, such as 00000.

Here’s how to use call-blocking apps to avoid calls from 00000 numbers:

• Step 1: Download and install the app (Truecaller, Hiya, or Robokiller).
• Step 2: Grant the necessary permissions, including access to your contacts and call logs.
• Step 3: Configure Spam Protection Settings.
• Step 4: Set up an allowlist or a blocklist.
• Step 5: Test if your feature is working or not.

A call from a 00000 phone number often means a scam call. You must take proactive measures to protect your privacy when getting calls from such numbers. Call blocking apps can help you avoid these calls from reaching you. However, there are also instances where these apps may fail to block all spam calls, especially if the scammer frequently changes their phone number. Always stay cautious and avoid sharing personal information with unknown callers to safeguard yourself from potential fraud.

No, a real person is unlikely to call you from a "00000" phone number, as scammers mostly use this number spoofing caller ID.

Spammers use 00000 numbers to hide their true identity, making it difficult to trace those numbers.

No, it’s not advisable to answer the 00000 phone number. Calling back will confirm your number is active, which may lead to more spam calls.