Scout

A calm helper that shows you where to click, and stops scams before they start.

Demo pages · fake and local

Scams Scout stops

Fake virus alert

A "Windows Defender" pop-up says the computer is infected and to call a number now.

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"IRS" demands gift cards

An email threatens arrest unless $1,500 is paid in gift cards, read over the phone.

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"Grandma, I'm in jail"

A text from "Tyler" asks for $3,000 bail by wire and to keep it secret.

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Fake bank sign-in

An "account locked" page on a look-alike address asks for a password, SSN and card.

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Refund + remote control

A "$399.99 refund" page says to install AnyDesk and read the code to a "technician".

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Romance crypto "investment"

An online "friend" promises 30% a month and points to a Bitcoin ATM.

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Looks scary, but it's fine

A birthday gift card

Buying a $50 eGift card for a grandchild on a regular store site.

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The real bank statement

A monthly statement, with a fraud-tips box that mentions passwords.

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A Medicare letter

A "this is not a bill" notice. Try asking: "What does this letter mean?"

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Attach a PDF to an email

A new message to a friend. Try asking: "How do I attach this PDF?"

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