Browse Scam Types
Explore common scam patterns before you decide what to do. Each guide explains the warning signs, shows realistic examples, and links back to the free message checker.
60 scam type guides
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- Is Amazon Prime Renewal a scam?Fake Amazon Prime renewal invoices designed to prompt a call to a scam number
- Is Amazon Tech Support a scam?Fake Amazon order confirmations or tech-support calls for products you didn't buy
- Is Antivirus Alert a scam?Fake McAfee or Norton pop-ups and texts claiming your subscription has lapsed
- Is Apple ID a scam?Apple ID suspended or locked account notifications
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- Is Cash App a scam?Fake Cash App payment alerts, accidental transfer requests, and account verification scams
- Is Charity Scam a scam?Fake charity solicitations, especially after natural disasters or major news events
- Is Chase Fraud Alert a scam?Fraudulent Chase Bank fraud alerts asking you to verify transactions or call
- Is Court Summons a scam?Fake court summons or arrest warrant texts demanding immediate payment
- Is Craigslist Rental a scam?Fake rental listings on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace with upfront deposit requests
- Is Credit Card Fraud Alert a scam?Fake Visa or Mastercard fraud alerts asking you to verify a suspicious transaction
- Is Crypto Wallet a scam?Cryptocurrency wallet verification and seed phrase requests
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- Is Facebook Copyright a scam?Facebook copyright violation warnings threatening account deletion
- Is Fake Landlord a scam?Scammers posing as landlords for properties they don't own to collect deposits
- Is FBI Warrant a scam?Fake FBI or law enforcement texts claiming you are under investigation
- Is FedEx Text a scam?Fake FedEx delivery notifications requesting fees or personal information
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- Is Geek Squad Renewal a scam?Fake Geek Squad or Best Buy auto-renewal invoices for services you never bought
- Is Gift Card Scam a scam?Any message demanding payment by gift card — impersonates employers, government, or utilities
- Is Google Account a scam?Fake Google security alerts about compromised accounts or unusual sign-in activity
- Is Google Pay a scam?Fake Google Pay fraud alerts and payment request scams
- Is Grandparent Scam a scam?Calls or messages impersonating a grandchild in legal or medical trouble needing emergency cash
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- Is McAfee Renewal a scam?Fake McAfee subscription renewal invoices sent by email to provoke a call
- Is Medicare Scam a scam?Fake Medicare card replacement or benefit update calls targeting seniors
- Is Microsoft Support a scam?Microsoft support calls about viruses on your computer
- Is Military Romance a scam?Scammers posing as US military members deployed overseas to solicit money
- Is Mystery Shopper a scam?Fake mystery shopper or secret evaluator job offers with an upfront check to cash
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- Is Payday Loan Scam a scam?Fake loan pre-approval texts requiring an upfront fee to release funds
- Is PayPal Invoice a scam?PayPal invoice emails for purchases you didn't make
- Is Pig Butchering Scam a scam?Long-con romance-style scam that slowly builds trust before steering victims to fake crypto platforms
- Is Puppy Scam a scam?Fake online pet sellers who collect deposits for animals that don't exist
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- Is Social Security a scam?Fake Social Security Administration calls or texts about a suspended SSN
- Is Spotify Payment a scam?Fake Spotify payment failure or Premium cancellation notices
- Is Student Loan Relief a scam?Fake student loan forgiveness or relief program texts demanding upfront fees
- Is Sweepstakes Scam a scam?Fake sweepstakes or prize notifications requiring payment or personal information to claim
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- Is UPS Text a scam?Fake UPS delivery texts claiming your package is on hold
- Is USPS Customs Fee a scam?Texts demanding a small customs or handling fee to release a USPS parcel
- Is USPS Text a scam?USPS package delivery text messages claiming your package needs action
- Is Utility Shutoff a scam?Fake utility company shutoff threats demanding immediate payment by gift card or wire