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Job safety

Is this job offer a scam?

Check unexpected job offers, remote-work messages, fake recruiters, and requests for money or personal information.

The short answer

Legitimate employers do not normally ask candidates to pay for equipment, cash a cheque, or share identity documents before a verified interview and offer process.

Warning signs to pause on

  • The recruiter uses a free email address instead of the company domain.
  • The role is offered without a credible interview.
  • You are asked to buy equipment or deposit a cheque.
  • The message promises unusually high pay for simple work.

What to do next

  1. Paste the recruiter message or job link into SignalCheck.
  2. Find the role on the employer's official careers page.
  3. Contact the company using contact details you find independently.
  4. Never pay a fee or send banking information to start a job.

Ready to check the evidence?

Paste the link or message, or upload a screenshot for a clear, reasoned result.

Check it with SignalCheck