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How did this person or company first contact you?
How to tell if something is a scam
While every scam is different, they share common patterns that Tutela Digitalis has documented across hundreds of cases. The most reliable indicators include: unsolicited contact from someone you don't know, urgency or pressure to act immediately, requests for unusual payment methods (gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers), refusal to meet in person or video call, and offers that seem too good to be true.
In 2025, Americans lost over $12.5 billion to online scams according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. The most common types were investment fraud ($6.57 billion), business email compromise ($2.77 billion), and tech support scams ($1.46 billion). Romance scams accounted for $1.14 billion in reported losses, though the actual figure is likely much higher.
If something feels wrong, trust your instincts. Use the scam checker above for a quick assessment, or explore our in-depth guides for specific scam types.
The Tutela Digitalis scam checker asks you a series of questions about the situation you're in — who contacted you, what they're asking for, how they want payment, and other behavioral red flags. Based on your answers, it calculates a risk level and provides specific guidance on what to do next.
Is the scam checker free?
Yes, the scam checker is completely free and anonymous. We don't collect personal information through the tool. For more complex situations that require personalized expert guidance, our consultation services start at $35.
What should I do if the checker says high risk?
Stop all communication with the suspected scammer immediately. Do not send any money or share personal information. Read the relevant guide on our site for your specific situation (phishing, investment, romance, etc.). If you've already lost money, follow our scam recovery guide for immediate steps including contacting your bank.
Can the scam checker identify all types of scams?
The tool covers the most common scam patterns including phishing, investment fraud, romance scams, shopping scams, tech support scams, and impersonation scams. However, scammers constantly evolve their tactics. If your situation doesn't fit neatly into the tool's questions, we recommend booking a Quick Assessment ($35) for expert analysis.
Need a deeper analysis?
Send us the suspicious email, message, or link for expert review. Our Quick Assessment takes 15 minutes.