Check classifieds messages for scam warning signs
Paste a message or listing and get an assessment of which typical warning signs appear.
- Type
- Prompt
- Level
- Beginner
- Time
- about 3 min
Results depend on the tool, the model and what you enter.
Fill in
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- message from a buyer
- listing from a seller
- email about a supposed payment
- text message with a delivery link
- offer via a messenger app
- a seller
- a buyer
- selling an expensive device
- a tenant looking for a flat
- selling children's things
Your prompt
Check this [Kind] for typical scam warning signs. I am [Role]. Text: [Text] List the warning signs you find (for example time pressure, unusual payment methods, links to other sites, requests for codes, switching to other contact channels). Say what could be harmless. Give me safe next steps. State explicitly that you cannot determine for certain whether it is a scam.
Matching tools
Tools from our catalog that this prompt works well with.
- ChatGPT Prices and limits
- Claude Prices and limits
- Gemini Prices and limits
How to use it
- Fill in the fields or tap a suggestion. Leave out names, addresses and other personal data.
- Copy the finished prompt into a tool of your choice.
- Do not click links and never share codes or bank details; report anything suspicious directly through the platform.
Works in these tools
Prompts work in many chat and generator tools. This selection comes from our catalog; prices as shown on the tool page.
- ChatGPT Free planfrom 8 USD per month
- Claude Free plan
- Gemini Free plan
- Perplexity Free planfrom $20
Why does this work?
Knowing typical patterns helps you stay calm. Noting harmless explanations stops you wrongly turning away honest buyers.
Tips
- If you suspect fraud, contact the platform and, if needed, the police.