Question 1

How do I check if a phone number is a scam?

Accepted Answer

Paste the phone number into ScamKit's Phone Number Checker. It checks for known scam patterns including robocall prefixes, toll-free callback fraud, NANPA format violations, and spoofing indicators, then gives you a plain-English risk assessment.

Question 2

Can scammers fake their phone number?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Caller ID spoofing lets scammers display any number they want, including numbers that look like your bank, the IRS, or even your own area code. Never trust caller ID alone — verify by calling the organization back through their official number.

Question 3

What should I do if a scam number keeps calling?

Accepted Answer

Do not answer or call back. Block the number on your phone, report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov, and register your number on the National Do Not Call Registry. If you already shared personal information, follow ScamKit's recovery guide immediately.

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