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Free Scam Check Card

One calm next step, right when you need it.

A simple printable reminder for the moment when a call, text, email, or request for money does not feel right.

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Something doesn't feel right?

You do not have to decide while someone is waiting or pressuring you.

  1. PAUSEDo not click, reply, pay, share a code, or give access.
  2. STEP OUTSIDEDo not use the link, phone number, QR code, payment route, or instructions the contact provided.
  3. VERIFYUse a separate trusted source: an official app, a website you already know, the number on your card or statement, or a number already saved for the person.
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The guidance stays free

You do not need to sign up to use the safety steps.

The printable is a convenient reminder. The essential advice is here whenever you need it.

01

PAUSE

Do not click, reply, pay, share a code, or give access.

02

STEP OUTSIDE

Do not use the link, phone number, QR code, payment route, or instructions the contact provided.

03

VERIFY

Use a separate trusted source: an official app, a website you already know, the number on your card or statement, or a number already saved for the person.

Stop and check

Watch for pressure, not just a familiar story.

One sign is enough reason to pause. It is not always proof by itself.

Common red flags

  • Urgency or threats
  • Secrecy or isolation
  • Unexpected contact
  • Information or access
  • An unusual way to pay

Because they contacted you, do not

  • Move money to “protect” it.
  • Share a password, PIN, or verification code.
  • Install remote-access software or share your screen.
  • Buy gift cards or use a crypto ATM.
  • Treat caller ID, a logo, badge, document, or familiar voice as proof.

If something already happened

Start with what happened.

Stop contact, do not send more money, and use the recovery guide to find the first action for what you clicked, shared, installed, or paid.

Open the recovery guide