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What's this about?
A new directory enquiries service, 118 800, has launched charging a shocking £1 per search for mobile numbers. This means if people want to contact you via it they can (they pay £1) it won't give out your number but will send a text to you with that persons details.
How to opt out of the service
If, like many people, you don't like the idea of anyone being put through to your mobile in this way, you can opt out.
Online for free* Alternatively remove your number from the list by entering your mobile number On Line . You will be texted a code which you'll need to enter online to confirm you're the owner of the phone.
Text at c.10p* You can text the letter 'E' to 118 800 from the mobile you don't want to be listed (standard network charges will apply).
What about kids' mobiles?
While the service's policy is not to hold data on anyone under the age of 18 if you've given your child a mobile registered in your name, outrageously the number can be accessed in the same way.
How did it get my number?
If you've ever ticked a form and given permission for companies to share your details, it's likely your number will be on the list. When you do this, these companies usually sell the lists on, which is how 118 800 got your number.
A new directory enquiries service, 118 800, has launched charging a shocking £1 per search for mobile numbers. This means if people want to contact you via it they can (they pay £1) it won't give out your number but will send a text to you with that persons details.
How to opt out of the service
If, like many people, you don't like the idea of anyone being put through to your mobile in this way, you can opt out.
Online for free* Alternatively remove your number from the list by entering your mobile number On Line . You will be texted a code which you'll need to enter online to confirm you're the owner of the phone.
Text at c.10p* You can text the letter 'E' to 118 800 from the mobile you don't want to be listed (standard network charges will apply).
What about kids' mobiles?
While the service's policy is not to hold data on anyone under the age of 18 if you've given your child a mobile registered in your name, outrageously the number can be accessed in the same way.
How did it get my number?
If you've ever ticked a form and given permission for companies to share your details, it's likely your number will be on the list. When you do this, these companies usually sell the lists on, which is how 118 800 got your number.
