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Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Educational information only
The content on ScamEncyclopedia is general educational information about scam patterns and prevention. It is not, and should not be relied on as, legal, financial, or cybersecurity incident-response advice.
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Risk tools are indicative
Our 'Is this a scam?' checklist and Scam Risk Checker are educational tools. They are indicative only and cannot confirm or rule out fraud. When in doubt, stop, do not pay, and verify through official channels.
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We provide guidance on reporting and recovery, but we cannot guarantee that lost money can be recovered. Be especially cautious of anyone who guarantees recovery for an upfront fee.