How ScamVerify™ Works
AI-powered phone verification combined with real community reports to help you avoid scams.
Enter a Phone Number
Type any phone number you've received a call from or want to verify. We support all US phone numbers.
We Analyze It
We verify the number against telecom databases, cross-reference FTC and FCC complaint records, check industry robocall databases, run AI analysis, and pull community reports.
Get Your Verdict
See a risk score from 0-100, an AI-generated explanation, and actionable advice on what to do next.
Our Data Sources
Telecom Verification
We verify phone numbers against telecom databases to confirm validity, identify the carrier, and determine line type (mobile, landline, or VoIP). Invalid numbers are automatically flagged as high risk since they indicate caller ID spoofing.
FTC Complaint Database
We cross-reference phone numbers against the FTC Do Not Call complaint database, which contains millions of consumer complaints about unwanted calls, robocalls, and telemarketing violations dating back to 2023.
FCC Consumer Complaints
We check the FCC Consumer Complaints database for reports of unwanted calls filed directly with the Federal Communications Commission since 2014.
Industry Robocall Databases
We check numbers against industry databases tracking over 10 million known robocaller numbers. These databases are updated daily with newly identified automated calling operations.
AI Analysis
Our AI engine synthesizes data from all sources—telecom verification, federal complaints, industry databases, and community reports—to assess overall threat level and provide a detailed risk explanation.
Community Reports
Real reports from users like you. When you report a scam call, you help protect others in our community.
Understanding Risk Scores
Every phone number receives a risk score from 0 to 100 based on our analysis.
Likely safe. No significant risk indicators found.
Use caution. Some risk indicators present.
Likely a scam. Multiple risk indicators detected.
Definite scam or spoofed number. Do not engage.
What Affects the Score
- FTC and FCC complaint records
- Industry robocall database flags
- Telecom verification (carrier, line type, validity)
- AI risk assessment
- Community report volume and patterns
Note: Invalid numbers automatically receive a 100/100 risk score. Numbers with extensive federal complaints or industry robocall flags receive significantly higher scores.
The Power of Community Reports
Your reports directly impact risk scores and help protect others. When you report a scam call, you're contributing to a database that helps the entire community identify and avoid similar threats.
What You Can Report
- Scam calls (IRS, tech support, prize scams, etc.)
- Robocalls and spam
- Suspicious callers
- Legitimate businesses (positive reports)
Report Guidelines
- Be truthful and specific
- Describe what the caller said or did
- No personal disputes or private information
Important Limitations
What We Cannot Do
- Guarantee 100% accuracy
- Detect every scam
- Verify the actual identity of callers
- Block calls on your device
Always Use Caution
- Never give personal or financial information to unknown callers
- If something feels wrong, hang up
- When in doubt, call the organization directly using a verified number
- Report scams to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov
Disclaimer: ScamVerify provides information to help you make decisions. It is not a substitute for your own judgment or professional advice.
Your Privacy Matters
What We Collect
- Phone numbers you search (displayed publicly as community data)
- Reports you submit (anonymous - your identity is never shown)
- IP address (used only for abuse prevention, never displayed)
What We Don't Do
- Sell your data
- Share your personal information
- Track your phone calls