Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You get 5 free checks every month with no credit card required. You can earn more free checks by reporting scams, referring friends, or completing daily challenges. Paid plans start at $5.99/month for more checks and advanced features.

Copy the suspicious text, email, or message and paste it into our scanner on the homepage. Tap "Check It Now" and you'll get an instant verdict: Scam, Suspicious, or Safe — with specific steps for what to do next.

You can check text messages, emails, social media messages, website URLs, screenshots of suspicious messages, and even describe a phone call you received. If it seems off, paste it in and we'll analyze it.

No. You can use the scanner without an account. Creating a free account lets you track your scan history, earn credits, and set up Family Protection alerts.

NoScamForMe uses three independent AI systems — Claude, GPT-4o, and Gemini — to cross-check every scan. It compares your message against 3,000+ known scam patterns and identifies tactics like urgency pressure, impersonation, payment demands, and suspicious links. Results are assessments — always use your own judgment too.

We use Anthropic's Claude, OpenAI's GPT-4o, and Google's Gemini to independently analyze your message. When all three agree, you can be more confident in the result. This triple-verification approach catches scams that any single AI might miss.

Yes. Paid plans can analyze screenshots of suspicious messages, check URLs for phishing, and let you describe a phone call in your own words. The free plan supports text-based analysis.

Google can help with known scams, but scammers constantly change their wording. Our AI analyzes the manipulation patterns in your specific message — urgency, authority impersonation, payment pressure — not just keywords. Plus we compare against 3,000+ documented scam types in real time.

No. Your message is analyzed and deleted immediately after scanning. We never store the content you submit. Social Security numbers and credit card numbers are automatically stripped before analysis as an extra safety measure.

Absolutely. We never sell your data. Your scans are encrypted in transit and deleted after processing. We collect only what's needed to run the service — your email for your account and scan metadata (not content) for your history. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Only you. Your scan history is visible only in your own account. If you have Family Protection enabled, your family contacts see only the verdict (Scam/Suspicious/Safe) — not the actual message content.

Yes. Family Protection sends you alerts when your loved one checks something suspicious. You'll know if they encountered a scam without having to ask. Set up takes two minutes from the Account page.

Family and Guardian plans support up to 5 family members. Each person gets their own account and checks independently — you just receive alerts when they scan something flagged as suspicious.

Yes — Family Protection is transparent. Your loved one receives a notification that you've been added as a trusted contact, and they can remove you at any time. This is about trust, not surveillance.

Free: 5 checks/month, single AI, no family alerts.
Family ($12.99/mo): 100 checks/month, triple AI, family alerts for up to 5 members.
Guardian ($19.99/mo): 250 checks/month, priority analysis, triple AI, family alerts.
See all plans on the Pricing page.

Yes. No contracts, no cancellation fees. You can cancel, pause for a month, or switch to the free plan from your Account page at any time. Your account and scan history remain accessible on the free plan.

Contact support@noscamforme.com within 7 days of a charge for a full refund. We want you to feel good about your subscription.

Report a scam (+2 credits), upload a screenshot (+1), confirm a community report (+1), refer someone (+10), or maintain a 7-day streak (+5). Credits never expire and stack on top of your plan.

1. Call your bank. Freeze your accounts and request a charge reversal.
2. Change your passwords. Start with email and banking.
3. Report to the FTC. Visit ReportFraud.ftc.gov or call 1-877-382-4357.
4. Place a fraud alert. Call Equifax (1-800-525-6285), Experian (1-888-397-3742), or TransUnion (1-800-680-7289).
5. Tell someone. You're not alone — scammers are professionals and anyone can be targeted.

Don't panic. Close the page immediately. Change the passwords for any accounts you may have entered on that site. Run an antivirus scan. Monitor your bank accounts for the next 30 days. If you entered payment information, call your bank to freeze the card.

Sometimes. Contact your bank immediately — they may be able to reverse charges, especially credit card transactions. Wire transfers and gift card payments are much harder to recover. File a report with the FTC and your local police. Visit our Tax Recovery page to learn about potential tax deductions for scam losses.

Email: support@noscamforme.com
Phone: 1-844-NO-SCAM-1 (1-844-667-2261)
Visit the Support page for more options.

Almost certainly not. The IRS always sends written notices first — they never call demanding immediate payment by gift card, Bitcoin, or wire transfer. Hang up and call the IRS directly at 1-800-829-1040 if you're concerned about your tax account.

Very likely. USPS, FedEx, UPS, and toll agencies do not send texts asking for payment through links. The URL in the text is almost always a fake site designed to steal your credit card number. Delete the text and track any real packages through the carrier's official app.

Do not send money to anyone you've only met online — no matter how genuine the relationship feels. This is the #1 pattern in romance scams, which cost Americans $1.3 billion in 2023. If they ask for gift cards, wire transfers, or crypto, it is a scam. Report to the FTC and the platform where you met them.

In 2026, scammers use AI to clone voices from just a few seconds of social media audio. Hang up and call your grandchild directly on their known phone number. Establish a family code word for emergencies that only real family members would know.

No. This is a tech support scam. Close your browser (Cmd+Q on Mac, Alt+F4 on Windows). Real antivirus software never shows phone numbers in pop-ups. Never call the number or give anyone remote access to your computer.

No — this is an overpayment scam. They'll send a fake check for more than the item costs and ask you to refund the difference. The check bounces days later and you lose both the item and the "refund" you sent. Never accept overpayment from a buyer.

This is likely a brushing scam. Do not scan the QR code — it may lead to a phishing site. Scammers send packages to use your address for fake verified reviews on e-commerce platforms. It's generally harmless but report it to the FTC.

Yes. Caller ID spoofing is easy and common. Never trust caller ID alone to verify who's calling. Hang up and call your bank using the number on the back of your debit card — not the number displayed on your phone.

Yes. In 2026, AI voice cloning needs only 3-10 seconds of audio (from a voicemail, social media, or YouTube video) to create a convincing replica. Scammers use this for fake emergency calls from "family members." The best defense is a family code word that real callers must provide.

Scammers create AI-generated video of real people — CEOs, celebrities, or family members — to authorize wire transfers, endorse fake investments, or manipulate victims in video calls. Look for subtle lip-sync delays and verify any financial request through a separate phone call.

Be cautious. Criminals place fake QR codes over legitimate ones on parking meters, restaurant menus, and flyers. Always preview the URL before visiting — if it doesn't match the expected website, don't proceed. Type known URLs manually when possible.

Not always. "Juice jacking" is a real risk — malicious hardware in public USB ports can install malware on your phone. Carry your own portable charger or wall adapter. If you must use a public port, use a USB data blocker ("USB condom") that allows power but blocks data transfer.

Yes. Hackers can create "evil twin" WiFi networks with names identical to legitimate hotspots. Use a VPN on public networks, avoid logging into banking apps, and confirm the exact network name with staff before connecting. Better yet, use your phone's cellular hotspot.

Create a free account for them at noscamforme.com. Bookmark the site on their phone or tablet. Then add yourself as a Family Protection contact from the Account page. You'll receive alerts when they check something that's flagged as suspicious.

This is very common. Instead of lecturing, try showing them NoScamForMe as a helpful tool — frame it as "let's check this together" rather than "you're being scammed." Our guide on having the scam conversation has more tips.

Stay calm and don't blame them — shame prevents people from seeking help. Help them call their bank immediately, change passwords, and file an FTC report. Consider setting up credit freezes at all three bureaus. Read our detailed guide for step-by-step help.

Yes — that's who we built it for. Big text, simple layout, one job per screen. Paste a message, tap "Check It Now," get a clear answer. The "Read this to me" button reads results aloud. The "Big Text" toggle makes everything even larger. No tech knowledge required.

NoScamForMe works on any device with a web browser — desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and phones. Seniors can also call 1-844-NO-SCAM-1 for assistance. Family members can check messages on their behalf by pasting the content into the scanner themselves.

A free learning program where you earn certificates by completing daily challenges, reading scam library entries, and passing quizzes. Four levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum Shield. Each certificate is verifiable at noscamforme.com/verify-cert. Start the Academy.

An interactive training tool where you practice identifying scams in a safe environment. You'll see realistic text messages, emails, phone calls, and door-to-door scenarios and decide whether they're real or scams. Three difficulty levels with instant feedback. Try the Simulator.

Every day you get a new scam-or-legit question. Read the scenario and decide if it's a scam or safe. You earn Academy points for participating — 5 points per challenge. Take today's challenge.