Instant Scam Analysis

Our instant scam analysis allows consumers to determine in real-time whether the offer they are presented with is fraudulent. The process takes anywhere from 2 to 5 minutes and the results would be provided to you at the end of your submission for free.

Please note: If none of the listed categories match your request, you may select “other” and one of our investigators will review your submission manually.

What is your inquiry about? *-- Please make your selection --Business OpportunityCar WrapsCars for saleCheck by MailConsignment BoxCredit RepairCryptocurrencyDatingDebt CollectionEmploymentFree Money NotificationGrantsInheritanceInvestmentIRSLoansLottery PrizeMoney FlipOnline StoresOnline TradingPets for SalePet TransportationProperty RentalRefund NotificationRe-Shipping PackagesSecret ShopperSocial SecurityStudent Loan ForgivenessTechnical SupportThreatening Phone CallsOther (Manual Review)

Did you receive a check by mail with instructions? *

• Yes
• No

Did you receive a threatening call from the social security? *

• Yes
• No

Have you been asked to provide remote access to your computer? *

• Yes
• No

Have you been offered a refund over the phone? *

• Yes
• No

Are you a tenant or a property owner? *

• Tenant
• Property Owner

Have you seen the tenant in person? *

• Yes
• No

Does the tenant claim to be outside of the state or the country? *

• Yes
• No

Is the tenant sending you a check by mail? *

• Yes
• No

Have you seen the rental property in person?

• Yes
• No

Does the property owner claim to be outside of the state or the country? *

• Yes
• No

Does the property owner offer to mail you the keys? *

• Yes
• No

Did you receive a phone call from the IRS? *

• Yes
• No

Were you notified by the caller that you owe money to the IRS? *

• Yes
• No

Did you receive a collection notice by regular mail? *

• Yes
• No

Were you aware of being in debt to this organization? *

• Yes
• No

Does your credit history reflect being in debt to this organization? *

• Yes
• No
• Unsure

Which of the following options are applicable to your collection inquiry? *

• Threatened with an arrest or legal repercussions
• Threatened with wage garnishment
• Threatened with a lawsuit
• Called my place of employment
• Debt is over 10 years old
• Debt has been paid in the past
• -- None of the above --

How did you come to know this person for the first time?

• Online
• Real life

Have you ever met in real life? *

• Yes
• No

Have you ever had a live video chat with this person? *

• Yes
• No

Does this person claim to be in the military? *

• Yes
• No

Does the person claim to be out of state or overseas? *

• Yes
• No

How is the cryptocurrency being used?

• Investment
• Online Purchase
• Other

How did they contact you? *

• Online
• E-Mail
• Phone Call
• Postal Mail
• Text Message
• In person

How did you come across this offer? *

• Online
• E-Mail
• Phone Call
• Text Message
• In person

Have you been asked to provide the login credentials to your bank account? *

• Yes
• No

What was the check for? *-- Please make your selection --EmploymentLottery WinningsMystery ShoppingRentalI have sold something onlineUnknownOther

What does the job entail? *-- Please make your selection --BabysitterCustomer Service RepresentativeData EntryRe-shipping PackagesLocal Business RepresentativeMystery ShopperMulti-Level Marketing (MLM)Personal AssistantPrinting ChecksOther

Job description: *

Did you have an interview? *

• Yes
• No

How was the interview conducted? *

• Google Hangout
• Facebook Messenger
• Live Chat
• Text Messages
• Phone Call
• Email
• In person
• Other

Additional employment questions:

• I have been asked to open a new bank account
• I have been asked to provide online access to my bank account

Have you been offered a payment to place advertisement on your car? *

• Yes
• No

How will you be getting paid? *-- Please make your selection --Bank TransferCashCash AppCheckDigital CurrencyPaypalVenmoOther

Were you instructed to use the money to purchase supplies or equipment? *

• Yes
• No

Is the vehicle for sale by a dealership or by a private owner? *

• By Owner
• Dealership

Where was the vehicle advertised? *

• Online
• Newspaper
• Magazine
• Other

Did you inspect the vehicle in person? *

• Yes
• No

Which of the following options applies to your situation?

• The seller is currently out of the state or outside of the country
• The seller claims the vehicle belonged to a deceased relative
• The seller wants to use eBay to facilitate the transaction
• The seller claims the car will be shipped

Were you instructed to purchase gift cards? *

• Yes
• No

This may include iTunes, Steam, eBay and other prepaid cards.

Are you shipping or receiving pets? *

• Receiving
• Shipping

Is this associated with an online pet purchase? *

• Yes
• No

Is the animal for sale online? *

• Yes
• No

Have you seen the animal in person? *

• Yes
• No

Does the online store offer unusually high discounts? *

• Yes
• No

How old is the website? *-- Please make your selection --Less than 300 days oldMore than 300 days oldUnable to determine

To determine the website's age: Click on this link, enter the website address and click search.

Describe anything you may have found suspicious: *

Have you been asked to pay or send money? *

• Yes
• No

Method of payment requested or used: *-- Please make your selection --Bank TransferCashCash AppCashier's CheckCompany CheckCredit CardCryptocurrencyDebit CardGift CardsMoneygramPaypalPersonal CheckPrepaid CardsWestern UnionOther

How much did you pay? *-- Please make your selection --$0.01 - $99.99$100 - $499.99$500 - $999.99$1,000 - $1,999.99$2,000 - $2,999.99$3,000 - $4,999.99$5,000 - $9,999.99More than $10,000I haven't paid yet

What did you find suspicious? *

What can you tell us about them? *

• Organization Name
• E-mail Address
• Individual's Name
• Manager's Name
• Phone Numbers
• Website URL
• Other

Company Name: *

E-mail Address *

Use a comma to separate multiple entries.

Manager's Name: *

Use a comma to separate multiple entries.

Website URL *

Use a comma to separate multiple entries.

Phone Numbers *

Use a comma to separate multiple entries.

Other information: *

Do you need assistance with recovering your money? *

• Yes
• No

May we contact you for additional information? *

• Yes
• No

Your Name: *

First

Last

Your Phone Number: *

Your E-Mail: *

We do not spam or sell your information.

Enable scam alerts by e-mail: *

• On
• Off

If manual review is required, how should we contact you? *

• E-mail (preferred method)
• Text Message

First Name: *

Your E-Mail: *

We do not spam or sell your information.

Your Mobile Phone Number: *

Email

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