How it works
Set up ScamShield Android to block scam calls and detect scam SMSes
How can I tell if ScamShield is working on my Android phone?
- When you receive a scam SMS from an unknown number, you will receive a push notification from ScamShield informing you that it is a scam message.
- When ScamShield detects a scam message, you don’t need to report it as ScamShield automatically reports it to the authorities to ensure your safety.
- ScamShield also works in the background silently to block scam calls.
What should I report to ScamShield?
- To help us protect you better, report any scams that we may have missed detecting.
How does it work on my Android phone?
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The app filters incoming calls and SMSes from unknown numbers, including overseas numbers. ScamShield uses a combination of an on-device algorithm and information provided by the Singapore Police Force (SPF), such as blacklisted numbers linked to scams, to determine if a call or SMS is a scam.
- When you receive an SMS from an unknown number, ScamShield will determine if the SMS is a scam using an on-device algorithm.
- For Android users, you will receive a notification from ScamShield informing you that the app has detected a scam message.
Your privacy is important to us
- For your privacy, ScamShield does not filter calls and SMSes from contacts that you have saved on your phone.
Feedback
For any queries, questions or feedback, please contact us here: https://go.gov.sg/scamshield-feedback