Observed arrival · 2026-09-02
Hunch Checks Scam Messages Before You Trust Them
Paste an email, DM, or text into Hunch for a plain-language scam warning based on locally processed evidence.
Field notes
The public checker accepts emails, direct messages, texts, and other messages that might trigger a payment or data request. It describes a verdict system using red, amber, or green labels and explanations rather than an opaque score, with examples covering look-alike domains, urgency, fake recruiters, parcel fees, and investment pitches. The site also describes a Chrome extension for Gmail, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger, while noting that installation happens on a desktop computer.
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Editorial observations of this landing page, not a rating.
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