PIONEER EDGE NEWS SERVICE/ Dehradun
Truecaller has announced the launch of Truecaller Scam Checker on the web and app, a new destination designed to help people quickly assess whether they may be dealing with a scam and stay informed about the latest fraud trends. The intent is to extend Truecaller’s scam protection beyond caller identification and spam blocking, the company executives said.
They further said that the solution has brought together multiple scam-detection capabilities into a single experience, allowing users to check suspicious web links, search phone numbers, discover relevant scam reports and better understand potential fraud attempts before taking action.
The company also plans to expand Truecaller Scam Checker with broader coverage of scam techniques, screenshot uploads for richer analysis, user authentication, and additional capabilities in the near future, said the CEO of Truecaller, Rishit Jhunjhunwala.
“People often sense that something is wrong, but they need a quick way to check before responding,” said Jhunjhunwala.
Notably, Truecaller Scam Checker has launched in India on the Android app, with more regions to follow and globally on the Truecaller website. Availability in additional markets and iOS support are planned for a later date.
