“I saw a Facebook ad — and got scammed.”

Is it a scam? Check before you click, pay, or reply.

Send a screenshot or paste a link, text, store, or number. In seconds you get a clear Stop / Verify / Continue decision — before your money, codes, or card details are gone.

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A clear decision you can act on

StopRisk is high — don't pay, click, or share.
VerifyCould be real — confirm via the official source first.
Continue carefullyEvidence looks reasonable — proceed with normal caution.

How it works

1Start withA screenshot, link, message, store, or phone number.
2We reviewSender, domain, payment path, urgency, and missing proof.
3You getA clear Stop / Verify / Continue answer — and what to do next.

Real risk reviews

Examples of what a check looks like.

Fake storePotential loss: $280

Designer shoes at 80% off

  • Mismatched domain
  • No clear returns policy
  • Unusual payment flow

Stop: Use the brand's official site or choose another store.

Bank SMSPotential loss: account access

“Confirm this security code now”

  • Urgency language
  • Security-code request
  • Non-bank link

Stop: Do not click. Call the bank from the number on your card.

MarketplacePotential loss: $150 deposit

“Pay a deposit to hold it”

  • Off-platform payment
  • Deposit before viewing
  • Pressure to act fast

Verify: Keep payment on-platform and never deposit to a stranger.

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