Scam Message Checker

Telegram scam checker

Telegram is widely used for crypto 'signal' groups and investment scams. Paste a suspicious Telegram message to check it for scam signals.

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Runs in your browser. No login. No message storage.

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  • Do not paste passwords, OTPs, private keys, or full card details.
  • Remove bank details, passport numbers, Emirates ID, Aadhaar, or national IDs.
  • The checker is designed to run in your browser and not store your message.

Paste the suspicious message here. Remove passwords, OTPs, card numbers, bank details, passport numbers, or anything highly sensitive before checking.

For your privacy, remove OTPs, passwords, full card numbers, account numbers, and private IDs before checking. The checker is designed not to send your pasted message to analytics.

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Sensitive-looking details may be hidden before analysis. Everything runs in your browser - the message you paste is not saved, and not sent to any server.

Your result includes:

  • Risk level
  • Red flags found
  • Safe next steps
  • Recovery guide
  • Reporting options

Your result will appear here

Paste a message and choose Check this message to see your safety guidance.

  • A calm risk level
  • Red flags found
  • Safe next steps
  • Official reporting links
  • A family-safe summary

Your pasted message is not shown in shared or printed summaries.

Common Telegram scams

  • VIP investment and signal-group recruitment
  • Crypto 'mentors' steering you to deposit
  • Fake giveaways and airdrops
  • Impersonation of admins and support

Red flags on Telegram

  • Unsolicited investment invites and guaranteed returns
  • Requests for wallet seed phrases or 'verification' transfers
  • Withdrawal 'fees' or 'taxes'
  • Pressure to recruit others

Safety tips

  • Leave unsolicited investment groups
  • Never share wallet recovery words
  • Never pay a fee to withdraw your own money
  • Verify platforms with your financial regulator

Related scam types

Crypto investment scamA scammer promises high, low-risk returns through a fake crypto platform or 'expert' to take your money.Telegram investment group scamA Telegram group or 'mentor' promotes guaranteed profits to lure deposits into a fake scheme.Recovery scamA follow-up scam that targets people who already lost money by promising to recover it for an upfront fee.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check a Telegram message for scams?

Paste the Telegram 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 Telegram 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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