Is +12186696113 a scam?
This number is flagged in our threat intelligence database. Review the evidence below before calling back.
Threat Intelligence Listing
Use Caution
This number appears in threat-intelligence data with a moderate risk score. The listing may be dated or low-confidence. Verify independently before trusting any request.
About this phone number
Deterministic analysis derived from the phone number itself and our threat database. No AI-generated guesses, no external assumptions.
- Area code 218
Area code 218 maps to Duluth / northern Minnesota, MN. Be aware that scammers commonly spoof local-looking area codes to increase pickup rates, a tactic known as neighbor spoofing. The displayed area code may have no relationship to the caller's actual location.
- Database timeline
Added to the RecentScam database 2 days ago.
Recent Evidence
No public details available.
Safety Checklist: What to do next
Block the Number
Prevent future contact by blocking this caller immediately on your phone.
Freeze Credit
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Report to Carrier
Forward spam texts to 7726 (SPAM) to help carriers update their filters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is +12186696113 a scam?
+12186696113 appears in threat-intelligence sources with a risk score of 25/100, but has no direct community submissions yet. Treat it with caution and verify independently.
Who is calling me from this number?
Numbers that appear in threat-intelligence and consumer-complaint data are commonly used for robocalls, telemarketing, or fraud. We recommend letting unknown numbers go to voicemail and not calling back.
Is it safe to call this number back?
Generally no. Returning a call to a flagged number can connect you to a premium-rate line or confirm your number is active, leading to more contact. If you must verify a claim, use the organisation's official number instead.
How do I block this number?
On iPhone: open Recent Calls, tap the (i) next to the number, then 'Block this Caller'. On Android: open the Phone app, press and hold the number, and choose 'Block'. You can also ask your carrier to block it at the network level.
Where should I report an unwanted or scam call?
Report unwanted calls to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov and the FCC at consumercomplaints.fcc.gov. If you lost money, also file with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov.
Data Sources: Records are sourced from public threat intelligence feeds (URLhaus, OpenPhish) and community scam reports (Reddit r/Scams, r/phishing). RecentScam does not independently verify all claims. The Risk Score is a calculated metric, not a legal judgment. To dispute a record, visit our Removal Request page.