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Scam Checker Australia

Paste a suspicious SMS, email, AusPost or Linkt text, fake ATO or myGov message, or a shopping website URL. Our checker scans it for the patterns scammers actually use against Australians — and tells you where to report it.

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Pattern Detection

We analyze thousands of scam reports to identify common keywords, phrasing, and technical tricks used by fraudsters.

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Scams that target Australians most often

  • Fake AusPost / DHL / FedEx redelivery SMS. Random number, link to a lookalike domain, $2.99 "redelivery fee".
  • ATO and myGov impersonation. Fake refund SMS, fake debt threats, fake "identity verification" emails. The real myGov is my.gov.au.
  • Linkt / toll road SMS scams. Tiny outstanding amount, disproportionate "late fee". Real domain is linkt.com.au.
  • Bank impersonation calls and texts. Caller ID spoofed to match CommBank, NAB, ANZ, Westpac. "We've detected fraud — please move your money to a safe account."
  • PayID overpayment scams. Fake payment-confirmation emails on Facebook Marketplace / Gumtree, fake "business upgrade fee".
  • Fake online stores. Facebook and Instagram ads to .shop, .top, .xyz domains running "closing down 80% off" sales.
  • Crypto investment groups. Romance-to-investment pivots from dating apps and WhatsApp.

Where to report a scam in Australia

  • Scamwatch (ACCC): report at scamwatch.gov.au/report-a-scam. Forward scam SMS to 0429 999 888.
  • ReportCyber (Australian Cyber Security Centre): cyber.gov.au/report for anything involving money loss, identity theft, or business compromise.
  • ATO scams: forward suspicious emails to ReportScam@ato.gov.au or call the ATO scam line on 1800 008 540.
  • Your bank: if you sent money or shared card/login details, call the fraud number on the back of your card immediately. Most banks have a 24/7 line.
  • IDCARE: free identity-theft support on 1800 595 160.
  • 7726 SMS reporting: Telstra, Optus, and TPG accept scam SMS forwarded to 7726 (spells SPAM).

Australian scam-checker quick links

Scam website checker

Verify an online store or shopping site before paying.

Scam phone number checker

Paste the SMS or what the caller said to spot fraud patterns.

SMS & WhatsApp checker

For AusPost, Linkt, bank, and family-impersonation texts.

Email phishing checker

For ATO, myGov, bank, and invoice phishing emails.

Frequently asked questions (Australia)

Is the scam checker free for Australians?

Yes. No sign-up, no limit, and your content is never sent to our servers. The analysis is run in your browser.

Will the ATO ever send me an SMS with a link?

No. The ATO does not send clickable SMS links for refunds or debts. The real myGov domain is my.gov.au — anything else (mygov-refund.com, my-gov.com.au, mygov-au.net) is a scam.

My bank's real number called me — is the call genuine?

Not necessarily. Caller ID can be spoofed. Hang up and call back on the number printed on your card. Read the bank impersonation guide for the full script.

I already sent money — what should I do?

Call your bank's fraud line immediately. Report to ReportCyber and Scamwatch. If identity documents were shared, contact IDCARE on 1800 595 160. Walk through the damage-control checklist.

Compare with our UK scam website checker, or use the general scam checker. Browse community-reported Australian scams, or learn how to recognise specific patterns in our scam identification guides.