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About this scam type
Check Message
Generic SMS, email, and text scams are the most common entry point for fraud in India — urgency, fake links, and payment demands in a single message. This tool analyzes the full text for known Indian scam patterns.
Who is targeted: Anyone who receives unexpected texts — especially seniors, busy professionals, and people acting under time pressure.
Warning signs
- !Urgent deadlines (24 hours, today only, account blocked)
- !Links to verify, update KYC, or unlock an account
- !Requests for OTP, PIN, or remote app installation
- !Unknown sender claiming to be bank, courier, or government
What to do
- 1Do not click links — open your bank or service app directly
- 2Call back using the official number on your card or website
- 3Ask a family member to review before you pay or share codes
- 4Save the message and sender details for reporting
How this check works
This check uses rule-based pattern matching only — not live database lookups. We cannot confirm something is safe; we flag known scam patterns. Results are guidance, not legal or financial advice.
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