Area Codes
Area code (866) — National
Toll-Free
Scammers often spoof area codes to look local. If you received a suspicious call from this area code, here is what to know and where to report.
State
National
Region
Toll-Free
Why scammers spoof area codes
Caller ID spoofing lets scammers display a number that looks local so you are more likely to answer. Area code 866 serves National. If you get a call from this number and do not recognize the caller, do not share personal or financial information.
What to do if you get a suspicious call
- Hang up. Do not press any keys or follow prompts.
- Block the number and report to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
- Register on the Do Not Call Registry: donotcall.gov.
Neighboring area codes in National
Scammers often use other codes in the same state. Check reports for these area codes: