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ScamBite

Is this a scam? Paste a message or review a phone call and get an instant read on the warning signs. ScamBite names the exact scam and the one move that stops it — so you never have to deal with that “oh no” feeling again.

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Scam checker

1. Paste the message you received Private & local

SMS text, email, social media DM, or “support” chat — nothing you paste ever leaves your device.

Got a picture of the message? The text is read on your device — the photo is never uploaded. You can also paste an image into the box.

This tool can’t guarantee if a message is safe, but it highlights common scam signals so you can slow down and double-check.

Analysis
Risk level

    What to do right now:

      2. Learn the common red flags

      Most scams reuse the same tricks. If you see several of these at once, treat the message as unsafe.

      • Urgent pressure — “act now”, “within 5 minutes”, “last warning”.
      • Requests for codes or passwords — no real company needs the code they just sent you.
      • Strange links — shortened links, odd endings like .top or .xyz, or addresses that don’t match the real site.
      • Payment via gift cards, crypto, or wire — a huge red flag. These payments can’t be reversed.
      • Unknown numbers or email senders — check the actual email address, not just the display name.
      • Secrecy and isolation — “don’t tell your bank or family” means they’re afraid someone will stop you.
      Never share 2FA / one-time codes
      Look up the company number yourself
      Hang up & call back on the official number
      When in doubt: ignore & verify

      3. Quick scam spotting practice

      Is this message safe or suspicious? Tap an option and see why.

      Not sure? Talk to a real person before you act.

      Scammers work hardest to keep you alone and rushed. A two-minute call to someone you trust is the single best way to stop a scam — there is never any harm in checking first.

      AARP Fraud Watch Helpline (free, any age): 877-908-3360 Report a scam: reportfraud.ftc.gov

      Frequently asked questions

      Is this scam checker really free?

      Yes — completely free, with no sign-up, no account, and no ads. It’s a public-safety resource from Krypsis Guardian. Share it with anyone who might need it.

      Does anything I paste get sent to a server?

      Your scam check runs entirely inside your own browser — nothing is sent automatically, and it works even with the internet disconnected. There are a few optional buttons that do reach our server, and each is clearly labeled: “Look up” sends only the single link or phone number; “Report this scam” and “Double-check on our server” send what you choose so we can warn other people. If you never tap those, nothing you paste ever leaves your device.

      Can it guarantee whether a message is safe?

      No tool can. This checker flags known scam signals so you slow down and verify through official channels. A “low risk” result is not a green light — treat it as a helpful second opinion, not a final verdict.

      What should I do if I already sent money or shared a code?
      • Call your bank or card issuer immediately (use the number on your card).
      • Change any password or PIN you shared, and turn on two-factor authentication.
      • Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
      • If money was lost, file with the FBI at ic3.gov.
      Where can I get more help?
      • AARP Fraud Watch Helpline: 877-908-3360 (free, for all ages).
      • FTC consumer advice: consumer.ftc.gov.
      • Report scam calls & texts to your carrier by forwarding to 7726.

      Did ScamBite help you?

      ScamBite is free and always will be. If it saved you — or someone you love — from a scam, you can chip in to the coffee fund that keeps it running. Totally optional, and every bit helps.

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