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A new set every week

Spot the Scam

We show you a real-looking message: a text, an email, or a phone call. You decide whether it is a scam or genuine. Then we explain the tells in plain English. It is a light way to keep your eye sharp, and the more you play, the easier the fakes are to spot.

No sign-up neededNo timer, no score to beatA fresh puzzle each week

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Text message

Text from your bank

Your one-time passcode is 402913. Use it to log in. We will never call and ask for this code. If you did not request it, do not share it with anyone.

What do you think? Is it a scam or genuine?

No timer, no leaderboard. Take as long as you like.