Scam Message Checker

Job Offer scam checker

Job and recruiter scams ask for fees or personal details before any real work. Check a message below first.

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Common Job Offer scams

  • Offers that require an upfront fee, deposit, or "training kit"
  • Task or "easy daily income" schemes
  • Fake recruiters using free email addresses
  • Visa or placement scams targeting job seekers abroad

Red flags on Job Offer

  • A salary that seems far too high for little work
  • Being asked to pay before you start
  • Interviews only over chat apps with no verification
  • Requests for bank or ID details very early

Safety tips

  • Never pay to get a job.
  • Verify the company and recruiter through the official website.
  • Be cautious with offers received out of the blue.
  • Check the recruiter's official email domain.

Related scam types

Job offer scamA scammer offers a fake job to collect fees, personal information, or to use you to move money.Task scamA scammer offers small payments for simple online tasks, then pressures you to deposit your own money to 'unlock' bigger earnings.Fake recruiter scamA scammer poses as a recruiter from a known company to collect personal information, fees, or banking details.Visa or job placement scamA scammer offers overseas jobs or visa sponsorship in exchange for fees, with no real placement.

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How do I check a Job Offer message for scams?

Paste the Job Offer message into the checker on this page. It runs in your browser and shows the red flags, what the message is likely trying to do, and safe next steps.

Is it safe to paste a Job Offer message here?

Yes. The message is analysed on your device and is not stored or sent to a server by default. Sensitive details are masked before analysis.

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