Search & Report Alleged Scam Incidents
ScamAlertDB is a public database of user-submitted alleged scam reports involving payment platforms like Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, and PayPal — and marketplaces like Facebook and Instagram. Search before you pay. Report if you were targeted.
Try: "Zelle deposit scam" · "John Doe (Demo)" · "***-***-1234" · "@cashuser_demo"
Transparency Without Sensationalism
ScamAlertDB is built on a clear principle: every report is a user-submitted allegation, not a verdict. Our moderation team reviews every submission. Individuals named in reports can dispute or request removal at any time. We exist to help people make more informed decisions — not to harm reputations.
How ScamAlertDB Works
Search First
Enter a phone number, name, username, or business name to check our database for any matching user-submitted reports.
Submit a Report
If you encountered suspected fraud, submit a detailed report. Every submission goes through admin review before it becomes public.
Dispute a Report
If you believe a report about you is incorrect, submit a dispute or removal request. We take all requests seriously.
Recent Reports
User-submitted allegations reviewed and published by our moderation team
Common Scam Categories
Browse reports by the type of alleged fraud involved
Zelle & Venmo Scams
Instant payment apps are frequently targeted. Scammers exploit the irreversible nature of these transfers.
Fake Marketplace Listings
Items listed for sale that don't exist or are misrepresented — common on Facebook Marketplace and Instagram.
Deposit & Rental Scams
Fake landlords collect security deposits for properties they don't own or have no rights to rent.
Romance & Trust Scams
Long-term emotional manipulation that eventually leads to requests for money transfers.
Resources & Guides
Learn how to recognize and protect yourself from common payment scams
Common Zelle Scams
Why Zelle is frequently targeted and what red flags to look for.
How to Spot Marketplace Fraud
Warning signs in online marketplace listings before you pay.
What To Do If You Were Scammed
Step-by-step guide: who to contact and how to document your case.
How to Verify a Seller
Simple checks to reduce the risk of transacting with an unknown party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Search or Submit?
Protect yourself and help others by searching existing reports or submitting a new one. Every report is reviewed before it goes public.