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Truecaller takes its scam intelligence to the open web as it looks beyond caller ID

Truecaller is expanding its scam detection tools to the open web with a new service called Scam Checker. The tool allows users to check suspicious phone numbers, links, or messages without needing an app or account. It will start in India and expand to other regions, helping people identify fraud more easily.

What happened

Truecaller launched Scam Checker, a free web and Android tool that lets users check suspicious numbers, links, or messages for fraud. It uses community reports and a risk database to flag potential scams.

Why it matters

The tool helps people protect themselves from scams that now spread through messages, apps, and websites, not just phone calls. It provides quick access to fraud information, which is increasingly needed as online scams grow.

Why it belongs here

Scam Checker offers a simple, accessible way for people to stay safe online, supporting community-driven safety efforts and helping individuals make informed decisions without complicated steps.

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