Verifyd

Scammers are getting smarter. Verifyd helps you check whether a message, link or number is likely a scam — before you click, reply, or pay.

Got an SMS saying your parcel is held? A "bank" asking you to verify your details? A WhatsApp from an unknown number? Paste it into Verifyd and get a clear, instant read on how risky it is.

HOW IT WORKS
Paste or share a suspicious message, link, or phone number. Verifyd checks it against known scam patterns, suspicious links, and verified sender information, then gives you a simple verdict:

🟢 Looks legitimate — matches a verified sender
🔴 Likely a scam — we'd avoid this
🟠 Be careful — some warning signs
⚪ No information — we can't verify this one

Each result explains why, so you can decide for yourself.

BUILT FOR SOUTH AFRICA
Verifyd is made for the scams South Africans actually face — fake courier fees, "bank" phishing, SARS and SASSA cons, prize and job scams. It works on everyday phones and goes easy on your data.

REPORT SCAMS, PROTECT OTHERS
Spotted a scam? Report it. Reviewed reports help warn the next person who checks the same number or link.

PRIVATE BY DESIGN
Verifyd doesn't need an account to use. Messages you check aren't stored as-is — they're processed to give you a verdict, not to build a profile of you. See our Privacy Policy for the full detail.

Verifyd gives you information to help you decide — it's a check, not a guarantee. Always use your own judgement, and contact your bank directly using the number on your card if you're unsure.