News in Short

• Truecaller has launched Scam Checker to help users assess potential scam attempts.
• The service lets users check suspicious links and phone numbers.
• Users can also search community reports through Truecaller’s Scamfeed.
• The tool combines Truecaller’s detection capabilities with community intelligence.
• Truecaller says its community includes 500 million users.

Truecaller has introduced Scam Checker, a new service designed to help users investigate potential scams.

The tool brings several of Truecaller’s scam detection capabilities into one place. As a result, users can check suspicious links, phone numbers and scam-related information without using separate tools.

The company has launched the Android version in India. Meanwhile, the web version is available globally.

Truecaller also plans to expand Scam Checker’s capabilities and bring the service to more platforms.

Check Suspicious Links and Phone Numbers

Scam Checker focuses on three common elements found in suspicious messages: phone numbers, links and the story behind a request.

First, users can enter a suspicious web link. The service then checks whether the link shows signs of malicious activity or phishing.

Similarly, users can search for a phone number. Truecaller uses its detection systems and community signals to provide relevant information about the number.

Furthermore, users can submit their own concerns to Scam Checker. The service can then return information related to the query, including details about links, phone numbers and similar reports.

Scamfeed Brings Community Reports

Alongside its detection tools, Scam Checker provides access to Scamfeed reports.

These reports come from Truecaller’s community and can help users find information about similar scam attempts.

For example, someone who receives a suspicious message can search for related reports. They may then find other reports describing a similar fraud attempt or request.

Truecaller says its community includes 500 million people. Therefore, community intelligence forms an important part of the new service.

However, the company positions Scam Checker as an investigation tool rather than a replacement for user caution when dealing with suspicious messages or requests.

Truecaller Plans More Scam Detection Features

Truecaller plans to expand Scam Checker beyond its current capabilities.

The company says it will add broader coverage for different scam techniques. In addition, it plans to introduce screenshot uploads.

The screenshot feature could allow users to submit more detailed information about a suspicious message or interaction. Truecaller also plans to add user authentication and other capabilities in future updates.

These additions could expand the types of information users can submit when investigating potential scams.

Scam Checker Availability

Truecaller Scam Checker is currently rolling out through the Android app in India.

At the same time, users globally can access the service through its web version.

The company plans to expand the feature to additional markets. It will also bring Scam Checker to iOS at a later date.

With the new service, Truecaller is bringing its existing scam detection tools and community reports together. Users can therefore investigate a suspicious number, link or scam-related story from one destination.