Safe reply generator
Not sure how to respond? This suggests a calm, safe reply for verifying through official channels - or tells you when it is safer not to reply at all.
Suggested approach
Do not use phone numbers, links, QR codes, or email addresses inside the suspicious message. Use the official website, official app, or a contact you already trust.
This tool provides educational scam risk guidance. It cannot guarantee that a message is safe or unsafe. Always verify through official channels before clicking links, sending money, or sharing personal information.
Frequently asked questions
Should I reply to a suspicious message?
Usually no. If a message has scam warning signs, the safest action is to not reply, then block and report it. Replying confirms your number is active and can invite more attempts.
What should I say if a message might be real?
Do not reply to the message itself. Instead, contact the company through its official app or a phone number you already trust, and verify there before doing anything.
Should I call the number in the message?
No. Phone numbers inside suspicious messages can be controlled by the scammer. Use the official number on your card, the official app, or the company's verified website.
Can I use links from a suspicious message?
No. Do not click links or scan QR codes from unexpected messages. Type the official website address yourself or open the official app.
What should I do if I already replied?
Replying alone is low risk if you did not share anything. Stop the conversation, block the sender, and report it. If you shared details or paid, see our recovery guides.
What should I do if I shared an OTP?
Change your password and log out of all sessions immediately, then contact the service provider. Do not share any more codes. See the guide on what to do if you shared an OTP.
When should I not reply at all?
For high-risk or threatening messages - such as sextortion, blackmail, or clear scams - the safest action is usually to not reply, then block and report.
Does this write a message to the scammer?
No. It only helps you verify through official channels or politely decline. It never creates content that could help a scam.