How we detect scams — and why you can trust the results
ScamLens is built on transparent methodology, verifiable data sources, and rigorous evidence standards. Every assessment is reproducible, every score is explainable, and every AI output is labeled by confidence tier.
Published methodology
Our trust score algorithm, scoring weights, and detection logic are fully documented. Anyone can review how a score was calculated and challenge the result.
View methodologyVerifiable data sources
Every data point traces back to a named, auditable source. We aggregate from 90+ threat intelligence providers and clearly separate verified facts from AI-assisted inferences.
View all sourcesEvidence-grade output
All AI-generated risk assessments are labeled: [FACT] for data from verified sources, [INFERENCE] for pattern-based analysis, [UNVERIFIED] for unconfirmed signals. No black boxes.
View editorial policyDetection pipeline
Aggregate
90+ threat intelligence feeds queried in real-time (Google Safe Browsing, VirusTotal, PhishTank, GoPlus, Chainalysis sanctions, and 85+ more)
Analyze
Multi-factor scoring: domain age, TLD risk, DNSSEC, security headers, SSL, homograph detection, brand impersonation, redirect chains, community reports
Cross-verify
Contract triple-engine (GoPlus + Honeypot.is + Token Sniffer), OFAC/SDN sanctions screening, 100K+ phishing URL database match
AI summarize
Claude/Gemini/Grok triple-fallback generates risk narrative with [FACT]/[INFERENCE]/[UNVERIFIED] evidence tiers
Community signal
User reports, votes, and corrections feed back into scoring and detection rules
Trust Center
Security, compliance, and vulnerability disclosure
Research
Original scam intelligence reports
Work with us
Security researchers, law enforcement agencies, and financial institutions are welcome to collaborate on threat intelligence sharing, data partnerships, or integration projects.
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