ScamGuard

🔐 Is This URL Safe?

Paste any URL and ScamGuard's AI checks the destination, expands short links, follows redirects and flags phishing, malware and fake-login pages — all without you ever opening it.

What ScamGuard checks for

  • Short URL expansion (bit.ly, t.co, tinyurl)
  • Redirect chain inspection
  • Phishing & fake-login detection
  • Malware & drive-by download checks
  • Brand impersonation flags
  • Free verdict in seconds

⚠️ Red flags and warning signs

  • URL is a misspelling of a real brand
  • Shortened link from an unknown sender
  • URL has extra subdomains or hyphens (apple-id-login.com)
  • Long random strings of letters and numbers
  • Link claims urgent action: 'verify now'

How to protect yourself

  • Check every unexpected link in ScamGuard
  • Type real brand URLs into your browser instead of clicking
  • Use a password manager — it won't autofill on fake URLs
  • Enable 2FA so a stolen password isn't enough
  • Never log in via a link from SMS or email

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know if a URL is safe?

Paste it into ScamGuard. We expand shortened URLs, follow every redirect server-side, and inspect the final destination for phishing, malware and fake-login pages.

Is HTTPS enough to trust a URL?

No — scam sites use HTTPS too. HTTPS only encrypts the connection. You still need to verify who owns the domain and what's actually on the page.

Can ScamGuard check shortened URLs?

Yes — bit.ly, t.co, tinyurl, wa.me and most short-link services are expanded so you see the true destination before clicking.

Is it safe to check a suspicious URL here?

Yes. We inspect URLs server-side — you never open the page in your own browser.

Is it free?

Yes — 3 free checks, no signup required.

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