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