AskScam

Built for Australian scams

Not sure if it's a scam? Forward it to us.

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Here's what our reply looks like

AskScam
Re: Your PayPal invoice #4471 · 1 min later

This is a scam

Fake PayPal invoice with a phone number to call. The people who answer try to steal your bank details.

What to do

Don't call the number. Delete it. If you're worried, open the PayPal app yourself.

This is a second opinion — always check via the official app or website yourself.

Three simple steps

  1. Got something odd?

    An email, text or WhatsApp message you're not sure about. Don't click anything in it.

  2. Forward it to us

    Send it to check@askscam.com, or send a screenshot on WhatsApp.

  3. Read our answer

    About a minute later, you'll get a clear answer and what to do next.

You'll only ever get one of three answers

No jargon, no guesswork. Just a clear answer you can act on.

Scam

Don't reply, click or call. We'll tell you exactly what to do.

Likely safe

It looks genuine. If money is involved, still check with the company directly.

Unsure

We can't be certain. Treat it with care and check through the official app.

We know Australian scams

Scammers copy the names you trust. Common Australian scam messages to check.

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Your privacy

We only see what you choose to forward. Messages are deleted after 30 days.

We never ask for passwords, bank details or codes — and we never will.

A second opinion, not a guarantee

AskScam is a careful second opinion. If money is involved, always check using the official app, or the phone number on the back of your card.

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