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Scams & Safety

Scam Checker

Got a suspicious call, text or offer? Tick what you’re seeing and find out how likely it’s a scam — and exactly what to do.

Nothing you tick is saved. No login, and it all runs in your browser. This is general guidance — if you’re in danger or money is moving, call 112 now.
Tick anything you’re seeing
Risk check
No obvious red flags

Nothing here screams scam — but stay cautious, especially with money and personal details.

What to do now
  • Never share codes, passwords or OTPs — no bank or official asks for them.
  • Don’t tap links or install apps from the message.
  • Hang up and call the bank or agency back on their official number.
  • If you already sent money, call 1332 and 112 right now.
Emergency numbers
112 Police1332 Financial fraud (FSS)118 Cyber / KISA
Full guide

How it works

You tick the warning signs you’re seeing in a call, text or offer, and it tells you how risky it looks and what to do. Some signs — a request for a code, or a “safe account” — almost always mean fraud.

No real police officer, prosecutor or bank ever tells you to move your money to a “safe account” (안전계좌). It only exists in scams. If you hear it, it’s fraud — hang up.

Act within minutes. Call 1332 (financial fraud) and your bank to try to freeze the transfer, then report to police at 112. Keep all messages and numbers as evidence.

No. Everything runs in your browser. Nothing you tick is sent to a server or stored.

The one rule

The single rule that stops most scams: never share an OTP or verification code, and never move money to a “safe account.” No bank or official will ever ask for either.

Don’t trust the caller ID

Scammers spoof real phone numbers and copy official logos. Don’t trust how a call or message looks — verify by calling the official number yourself.

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People also asked

Real police and prosecutors don’t call to make you move money or read out codes. Hang up and call 112 to check. It’s almost certainly a scam.

Don’t enter anything. If you installed an app, disconnect from the internet and remove it (or factory-reset), change your passwords, watch your accounts, and call 118.

Yes. 112 and 1332 can arrange interpretation, and you can report online. Move fast and keep your evidence — screenshots, numbers and receipts.

This tool is general safety information, not legal advice. Scam tactics change constantly — when in doubt, stop and verify through official channels, and in an emergency call 112.