Scams aren’t so obvious anymore. They’re well-written, have working grammar, and can lead victims to very convincing branded webpages. Scammers increasingly use AI tools to clone sites and create highly sophisticated scams at scale, so don’t expect to rely on spotting obvious typos anymore.
That’s why Scam Guard, Malwarebytes’ free, AI-powered scam detection assistant, is now available on Windows and Mac. Previously mobile-only, Scam Guard helps you quickly figure out whether something you’re looking at is risky, all before you click, reply, or share.
When something feels off but you’re not sure what
Scams show up everywhere: emails, texts, pop-ups, messages, and websites that look legitimate. But when you’re moving fast, it’s easy to slip up.
Scam Guard is designed for exactly those moments. If you’re unsure about a message or link, you can ask Scam Guard to take a look. It uses AI to analyze the content and give you a clear, fast assessment so you can decide what to do next with more confidence.
How Scam Guard helps
Scam Guard provides a quick reality check just when you need it:
- Real-time threat intelligence: An AI-powered chat companion backed by decades of Malwarebytes threat intelligence and cybersecurity expertise. Get instant verdicts you can trust, plus clear next steps.
- Comprehensive scam detection: It flags suspicious messages and links, spots common scam tactics, and explains why something is risky. It covers romance, phishing, financial, text, robocall, and shipping scams, and more.
- Built for where scams start: Works right on your desktop, where many scams begin. No more wondering, “Is this legit?” With Scam Guard, you get an answer you can trust.
- 24/7 support: Available around the clock, so you can get help anytime you need it.
Stop wondering to yourself “Is this legit?” With Scam Guard, you get an answer you can trust.
Now on desktop, right where scams happen
Many scams target users while they’re on their computers—checking email, browsing the web, or managing accounts. Bringing Scam Guard to Windows and Mac helps where it’s most useful.
Whether you’re reviewing an unexpected message, a pop-up that feels urgent, or a deal that sounds a little too good, Scam Guard gives you a smarter way to pause and check before reacting. Here’s how to share a scam with Scam Guard on your computer.
Staying safe online shouldn’t mean becoming suspicious of everything. It should mean having the right tools when something doesn’t add up. Scam Guard is there to help you slow down, spot warning signs, and avoid costly mistakes. It makes it easier to protect yourself from scams.
We don’t just report on scams—we help detect them
Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. If something looks dodgy to you, check if it’s a scam using Malwarebytes Scam Guard. Submit a screenshot, paste suspicious content, or share a link, text or phone number, and we’ll tell you if it’s a scam or legit. Available with Malwarebytes Premium Security for all your devices, and in the Malwarebytes app for iOS and Android.