ToolsScam Pattern Checker
Recognize common risk patterns before committing to a new project. Takes 2 minutes.
Project Risk Assessment: Answer honestly based on your interaction with this potential client.
Did the client ask to move the conversation to Telegram, WhatsApp, or Signal immediately?
Quick readout
How This Works
Answer 13 quick yes/no questions about your client's behavior. The pattern engine compares your answers against known scam behaviors and gives you a practical next step.
Risk Level
LOW to CRITICAL
Confidence
How certain the match is
Matched Patterns
Specific tactics detected
Action Steps
What to do next
Critical flags trigger immediate warnings with no exceptions.
Common Scam Patterns We Detect
The checker is tuned for high-signal patterns freelancers often see before money, identity, or account access is at risk.
Advance Fee Fraud
Client asks you to pay for equipment, software, onboarding, or verification upfront.
Payment Diversion
Refuses platform escrow or wants to move payment into an unprotected channel.
Company Impersonation
Claims to represent a known company while using mismatched emails or unverifiable details.
Account Misuse
Asks you to use your personal accounts, wallets, subscriptions, or identity for their work.
Disclaimer
This tool provides educational guidance based on common scam patterns. It is not legal advice and does not guarantee client legitimacy. Always use your best judgment and verify clients through multiple channels. Proceed at your own risk.