ScamGuard

๐Ÿ“ž Phone Number Checker

Got a call or message from a number you don't know? Enter it into ScamGuard's phone number checker โ€” we cross-reference community reports and known scam databases instantly.

What ScamGuard checks for

  • Community scam reports lookup
  • Known scammer database matching
  • WhatsApp & SMS scam patterns
  • Premium-rate number flags
  • Fake recruiter / romance scammer detection
  • Free verdict in seconds

โš ๏ธ Red flags and warning signs

  • โ€ขCalls from a foreign country code you don't expect
  • โ€ขNumber rings once then disconnects ('wangiri' scam)
  • โ€ขCaller claims to be from your bank or SARS
  • โ€ขAsks for OTP, ID number or card details
  • โ€ขNumber isn't on the official business website

How to protect yourself

  • Look the number up on ScamGuard before responding
  • Never share OTPs over the phone
  • Hang up and call the official number from the brand's website
  • Block + report the number to your carrier
  • Add suspicious numbers to your block list

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check if a phone number is a scam?โ–พ

Enter the number into ScamGuard. We check it against community reports, known scammer databases, and pattern-match against active scam campaigns.

Should I call the number back?โ–พ

No. Calling back can confirm to scammers that your number is active, and some numbers are premium-rate that charge you per minute.

What about WhatsApp numbers?โ–พ

ScamGuard checks WhatsApp numbers the same way and also looks for known scammer profiles, fake recruiters and romance scam patterns.

Is it free?โ–พ

Yes โ€” 3 free checks, no signup.

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