How to Check If a Phone Call Is a Scam
Why a Suspicious Phone Call Feels Scary
A phone call from an unknown number can be confusing, especially when someone asks for money or personal information right away. ScamCheck was built for Florida seniors and the people who look after them, to help make sense of calls, texts, and emails.
How ScamCheck Helps With a Phone Call
You do not need to read a screen full of legal words. Instead, you describe the phone call in your own words. ScamCheck gives you one of three answers:
- Safe
- Suspicious
- Scam
Along with the answer, you get one clear thing to do next. The tool works in English and Spanish, and it is free.
What This Guide Does Not Cover
This page does not list specific Florida laws, phone numbers, or government agencies, because that information was not provided to us. We do not want to guess or invent details that could be wrong.
If you need to report a scam or file a complaint, check with a trusted professional or the correct government agency directly. This guide is not legal advice.
What to Watch For While You Wait
Until you check the call with a tool, it is reasonable to slow down before giving out money or personal details on any unexpected call. Confirm any request independently before acting on it.
What to Do Next
Describe the phone call to ScamCheck in your own words — who called, what they said, and what they asked for. The free tool reads your own description and gives you a clear Safe, Suspicious, or Scam answer, plus one next step. It works in English and Spanish. This is not legal, medical, or tax advice — always confirm important decisions with a trusted professional or the right agency.