Is it a scam, or is it lekker?
Paste a suspicious SMS, WhatsApp, email or link below. We will check it against the patterns scammers use, tuned for South African tricks like fake SARS refunds, Capitec "verify your account" messages and SASSA grant scams.
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Lekker Check is a helper, not a replacement for common sense. With Enhanced on, your message is also checked against our phishing database. Always double-check with the real company on their official number before clicking links or sending money.
How it works
We look for the fingerprints that nearly every scam message leaves behind.
Brand impersonation
Fake SARS, Capitec, FNB, SASSA, Takealot, Eskom and Postbank messages are the most common scams in SA.
Dodgy links
Shortened URLs, lookalike domains, weird TLDs like .top and .xyz, and IP-address links are big red flags.
Urgency traps
"Within 24 hours", "account suspended", "final notice". Scammers want you panicked and not thinking.
Money bait
Refunds, prizes, lottery wins and surprise inheritance are classic scam hooks.
Credential grabs
Real banks will never ask for your PIN, OTP, full card number or password by SMS or email.
Grammar and tone
SHOUTING, many !!!, and awkward phrasing often give scams away.
FAQ
Nope, and nothing is. Lekker Check catches the obvious patterns, but new scams pop up every week. When in doubt, phone the company on a number you already know (not one from the message) and ask.
The automatic check happens entirely in your browser, so your message is not sent anywhere. Only if you tap "Send to a human" do we forward the message to us so a real person can take a personal look.
Scams are local. A message saying "your SASSA grant is suspended" means nothing to a checker built for the US, but it's one of the most common scams targeting South African pensioners. Lekker Check knows the SA playbook.
Don't panic, and don't be embarrassed. This happens to clever people every day. If you gave away bank details, phone your bank's fraud line immediately (the number on the back of your card). If you sent money, report it to SAPS and your bank. Change any passwords you might have typed in.
Absolutely. Paste any dodgy messages you spot into the checker above and tap "Send to a human" to share them with us. Every submission helps us spot new tricks and improve the checks. Share the site with anyone who might need it.