Check before you click, buy, or trust.
Picksentinel helps you spot scams and verify websites, sellers, and offers before you lose money or data. Find clear answers to common questions so you can shop, browse, and respond with confidence.
Website Legitimacy
- How can I tell if a website is legit or a scam?
- What does it mean if a website has no About Us or Contact page?
- Is a website safe if it has a padlock icon and starts with HTTPS?
- How can I check who owns a website?
- Should I trust a website with a very new domain name?
- What are common signs of a fake online store?
Seller & Buyer Safety
- How can I verify a seller on eBay or Amazon Marketplace?
- What are red flags when buying from a stranger on Facebook Marketplace?
- Should I use friends and family on PayPal to pay a seller I don't know?
- How can I check if an online seller is legitimate before buying?
- What should I do if a seller asks me to pay outside the platform?
- Is it safe to buy from a seller with no reviews?
Offer & Deal Checks
- How can I tell if a deal or discount is too good to be true?
- What are common signs of a fake coupon or promo code?
- Should I trust a website offering free gift cards or samples?
- How can I check if a price is realistic or a scam?
- What are red flags of a fake sweepstakes or lottery win?
- Is it safe to click on a link in a text message about a special offer?
Payment & Refunds
- What payment methods are safest when shopping online?
- Can I get my money back if I paid a scammer with a gift card?
- Should I use a credit card or debit card for online purchases?
- How can I dispute a charge if I think I was scammed?
- What are signs of a fake payment request or invoice?
- Is it safe to send money via Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App to someone I don't know?
Phishing & Messages
- How can I tell if an email is a phishing attempt?
- What should I do if I clicked on a phishing link?
- How can I check if a text message is a scam?
- Are missed delivery or package notification texts always scams?
- What are common phishing red flags in subject lines?
- Should I reply to a suspicious email or text to verify it?