Online Safety · Free Tool
Scam Message Checker
Got a text or email that feels off? Paste it below. We highlight the warning signs that scammers rely on and tell you what to do, in plain English. Nothing leaves your device.
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Your message is checked on your own device and is never uploaded or stored.
Remember
A real bank, the police or a company like Microsoft will never phone or text out of the blue to demand a password, a payment in gift cards, or remote access to your device. Urgency is the scammer's favourite trick.
Common questions
How does this scam checker work?
It scans the message for the warning signs that almost all scams share: false urgency, requests for passwords or payment, suspicious links, and threats. It then explains which signs it found and what to do. The check runs on your device, so nothing you paste is uploaded or saved.
Is it safe to paste a scam message here?
Yes. The message is analysed entirely in your own browser and is never sent to a server or stored. You can paste a real text or email without any privacy risk.
The tool says no red flags. Does that mean it is genuine?
Not necessarily. The checker catches the most common tricks, but clever scams can slip through. If a message still feels wrong, trust that instinct. Contact the company directly using a number you find yourself, never one from the message.
What should I do if I already clicked a link or replied?
Do not enter any more details. Change the password for any account that may be affected, especially your email, and turn on two-step verification. If it involved your bank or card, call them on the number on the back of your card.
How can I spot a scam in future?
Remember one rule: a real bank, the police or a company like Microsoft will never contact you out of the blue to demand a password, a payment in gift cards, or remote access to your device. If a message creates a sense of panic and rush, that is the warning sign.