| State | Ohio |
|---|---|
| Timezone | Eastern Time (ET) |
| Is Area Code 740 Toll Free? | No |
| Major Cities | Newark, Granville, Ashville, Lancaster, Mount Vernon |
Calls that comes from an unfamiliar area code can be disturbing, especially if it keeps on calling or texting your phone. Where could the call be coming from and from who could it be? Given below are numbers of commonly asked question regarding area code 740.
What is area code 740 and what location is it coming from?
Area code 740 was first developed on September 1997. The said area code was overlaid by area code 220 which was put in service on April 22, 2015, when it was projected that area code 740 will be run out of numbers in the year 2015.
Area code 740 lies within the Eastern Time zone. It covers the southeastern and central part of the state of Ohio and its surrounding cities like Newark, Granville, Ashville, Lancaster, Mount Vernon, Newcomerstown, Zanesville, Logan, Steubenville, Marietta, Coshocton, Gallipolis, Cadiz, Shadyside, Delaware, and more.
Is area code 740 a scam?
There is a possibility that a call or text message coming from area code 740 is a scam, since phone scam is one of the most common way to scam other people. There are scammers who would pretend that they are a business investor. They might also claim that they are a customer service representative of a certain company, and would probably throw questions regarding your personal information.
If the caller mentions a company name, take note of it and go a google search for a background check. If you do not find a valid information regarding the number used for calling, hang up the call and block the number immediately.
How to block calls coming from area code 740?
Blocking an unrecognized calls that comes from area code 740 might reduce the possibility of getting scammed. Here's how to block a number:
For iPhone user
- Open recent calls and click "i". Scroll to the bottom and tap on "block this caller".
For Android user
- Go to recent call logs, then tap on "details". To finish it up, click "block number".
Is area code 740 toll free?
Definitely not. Both local and international calls that is placed from this area code has a charge. In this case, international calls might cost pricey compared to local calls. Charges may be done per-minute of the call or how long the call lasted. To know more information about this matter, you can ask the local carrier or the telecommunication company where you are receiving your mobile phone and other wireless services.
In conclusion
Always take note if the caller mentions a company name for background checking. Unfamiliar calls should also not be answered for it might be coming from a scammer, or done by robocall. Phone scams are mostly associated with calls that charges the account of the receiver if answered. Lastly, calling back the number might also be the reason why a hefty charge was done to your account.
