ScamScouter safety guide

Social Media Scam Checker

Scammers use social platforms for fake giveaways, hacked account messages, crypto offers, fake shops, impersonation and urgent links. A message can come from a stranger or from a compromised account you already know.

Paste the suspicious DM, post or link below before you click or reply.

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Social media scam patterns

fake giveaways that ask for fees;
account recovery or verification links;
hacked friends asking for codes or money;
fake shops in comments or ads;
investment and crypto DMs;
romance or emergency stories.

What to check

Check the account history, domain, urgency and request. Do not share codes, passwords or card details in response to DMs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can social media DMs be phishing?

Yes. DMs often contain fake login links or payment pages.

Can a friend's account send scams?

Yes, if the account was hacked.

How do I check a social media link?

Copy it and paste it into ScamScouter before opening or entering data.

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Paste it into ScamScouter and check warning signs before you click, pay or enter personal information.

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