Your privacy comes before the scan.
Last updated: November 2025
ScamDetector is built to protect you from scams; not to harvest or monetize your data. This page explains exactly what happens when you use the tool and what does not happen behind the scenes.
User-submitted content
Anything you paste or upload (text, links, screenshots, QR codes) is processed temporarily to perform scam detection.
It is handled in-memory only and is not permanently stored, logged, or sold.
Minimal usage statistics
To keep the system healthy and improve detection quality, we record anonymous metrics such as:
These metrics are not tied to your name, email, or any personal identifier.
Browser Extension
The extension only analyzes content you explicitly send to ScamDetector.
It does not continuously watch pages, spy on tabs, or track your browsing history.
Your content is used strictly to generate a real-time scam and manipulation analysis. We do not:
The only goal is to give you a clear verdict and explanation so you can decide what to do next.
ScamDetector does not rely on cross-site tracking pixels or behavioral ad networks. A minimal session cookie is only used where strictly necessary for admin authentication . It is not for user profiling.
All communication with ScamDetector occurs over encrypted HTTPS. Content you submit is processed securely and discarded immediately after analysis. We treat every scan as sensitive, even if it looks harmless.
Some detection is powered by industry-grade AI models. These providers are used to process content, not to build marketing lists. We do not ask them to store or sell your data.
You remain the owner of everything you paste or upload. You can stop using ScamDetector at any time without creating an account or sharing personal details. If you ever have questions about how your data is handled, you can reach out through our Contact page.