Understanding Verdicts

🟢 Likely Safe

The message appears to be legitimate

Indicators:

  • Official company branding and logos
  • Specific order/tracking numbers
  • Professional tone and formatting
  • No urgency tactics or suspicious requests
  • Legitimate links to official websites

You can safely interact with this message

🔴 Scam

The message is almost certainly a scam

Indicators:

  • Suspicious sender or spoofed email
  • Urgent demands for action or personal info
  • Malicious links or fake login pages
  • Poor grammar or obvious red flags
  • Threats or fake urgency tactics

Delete immediately and block the sender

🟡 Likely Scam

The message has strong scam indicators

Indicators:

  • Multiple warning signs present
  • Suspicious requests for sensitive data
  • Unusual sender behavior
  • Phishing attempt patterns detected
  • High confidence scam indicators

Do not click links or provide information. Delete it.

❓ Unclear

The analysis couldn't determine the verdict

Indicators:

  • Mixed signals in the message
  • Unusual message format or content
  • Insufficient information to decide
  • Context-dependent legitimacy
  • Requires additional verification

Verify independently with the official company

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is ScamCheck?

ScamCheck uses AI to analyze message patterns, but it's not 100% accurate. Always use your judgment and verify suspicious messages independently.

What should I do if I think a message is a scam?

Don't click links or provide personal information. Delete the message, block the sender, and report it to the platform if possible.

Can I trust a 'Likely Safe' verdict?

A 'Likely Safe' verdict means the message has legitimate characteristics, but always verify by contacting the company directly through official channels.

Do you store my messages?

Your scan history is stored securely and only accessible to you. Sign in to view and manage your previous scans. You can delete individual scans or your entire history at any time.

What makes a message look like a scam?

Common scam indicators include urgency tactics, requests for personal info, suspicious links, poor grammar, and spoofed sender addresses.

Can I analyze images of messages?

Yes! You can upload images of emails, texts, or screenshots. Our OCR technology will extract the text and analyze it.

Safety Tips

Never click suspicious links

Hover over links to see the actual URL before clicking

Verify independently

Contact companies directly using official contact info

Check sender addresses

Scammers often use addresses similar to legitimate ones

Look for urgency tactics

Real companies rarely demand immediate action

Don't share personal info

Legitimate companies never ask for passwords via email

Use strong passwords

Enable two-factor authentication on important accounts