A consumer in Hope, MI told the FCC about a robocall from this number on Mar 3, 2025.
The subject they gave: Medicare / Medicaid.
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(888) 844-7979Who called from 888-844-7979?
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888-844-7979 has 14 complaints filed with the FTC and FCC since Oct 2024, the latest . 14% describe a robocall or recorded message. The most common subject: Credit card interest rates. People in 11 states complained, most of them in Georgia (2), Florida (2) and New Hampshire (2).
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- FTC/FCC complaints
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- Lookups
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14 complaints to the FTC and FCC about 888-844-7979
Consumers filed these complaints with the Federal Trade Commission (Do Not Call Registry) and the Federal Communications Commission, which publish them as open data. They are what people told the government, not verified findings, and the number on a complaint is the caller ID people saw, which can be spoofed.
FTC complaints0
FCC complaints14
Robocalls14%
First / lastOct 29, 2024
Apr 1, 2025
Apr 1, 2025
What it was about
How it came
Where the people complaining live
The top 10 of 11 states.
Latest complaints
A consumer in Highland, CA told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Mar 17, 2025.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in Marlow, NH told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Feb 23, 2025.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in Johns Islsnd, SC told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Feb 20, 2025.
The subject they gave: Mortgage loans.
A consumer in Newark, NJ told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Feb 13, 2025.
A consumer in Sandy, UT told the FCC about a robocall from this number on Feb 9, 2025.
A consumer in Sugar Hill, GA told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Feb 4, 2025.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in Martinsburg, WV told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Jan 13, 2025.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in Northwood, NH told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Jan 2, 2025.
The subject they gave: Credit card debt.
A consumer in Westerville, OH told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Nov 24, 2024.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in Naples, FL told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Nov 19, 2024.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in New Rochelle, NY told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Nov 6, 2024.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
A consumer in Tampa, FL told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Nov 5, 2024.
A consumer in Hinesville, GA told the FCC about a call from a live person from this number on Oct 28, 2024.
The subject they gave: Credit card interest rates.
What to do if 888-844-7979 calls
- Don't answer, or hang up. Don't press any keys, don't say "yes", and never read out a code sent to your phone.
- Don't call back. Calling back confirms your number is live, and it gets sold on.
- Never tap a link in a text from this number. Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM), then delete it.
- Block it. Here is how to block a number on iPhone, Android and landlines.
- Report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov (or donotcall.gov for sales calls), and here on ShadyCall so others are warned.
- Lost money or gave out details? Call your bank or card issuer now, then go to IdentityTheft.gov. What to do if you've been scammed.
Questions about 888-844-7979
Who called me from 888-844-7979?
We don't have a name. Consumers filed 14 complaints about 888-844-7979 with the FTC and FCC, most often about Credit card interest rates, typically debt relief / loans. If you find out who it was, add a report on this page.
Is 888-844-7979 a scam?
Its ShadyCall Score is 55/100 (caution), from 14 FTC/FCC complaints. Reports and complaints are people's own experiences, not verified facts, and scammers can fake a caller ID.
Where is 888-844-7979 from?
888-844-7979 is a toll-free number, so it isn't tied to a place. Toll-free numbers can ring anywhere in the US and Canada.
How do I block 888-844-7979?
On an iPhone open Recents, tap the info button next to the number and choose Block Caller. On Android open the Phone app, tap the number in your call history and choose Block (or Block / report spam). Full instructions for every phone and landline.
How do I report 888-844-7979?
Use the form on this page. It's free, anonymous and takes 30 seconds. Also report unwanted sales calls at donotcall.gov and scams at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and forward spam texts to 7726. If you lost money or shared bank details, call your bank straight away.