Built for students and job seekers
Know the red flags.
Protect your future.
Spot common scam signals
OfferSentry checks for payment requests, fake checks, urgency, messaging-app interviews, unrealistic promises, and requests for sensitive information.
How it works
A safer next step in under a minute
Everything happens inside your browser. The message you check is not uploaded or saved.
1
Paste the message
Include the recruiter’s message or the important parts of the job listing.
2
Review the signals
See which suspicious patterns were detected and why they deserve attention.
3
Verify independently
Contact the company using information found on its official website.
Scam guides
Recognize the playbook
Common tactics used in fraudulent job offers.
Fake checks
Learn why a deposited check can appear legitimate before being reversed,
and what to do if a recruiter sends one.
Read the guide →
Recruiter verification
Use 10 practical checks to confirm the recruiter, company email, website,
job posting, and hiring process.
Read the guide →
Messaging apps
Learn how fake recruiters and task scams use messaging apps to request
money, cryptocurrency, or sensitive information.
Read the guide →