Remote Job Red Flag Checker
Paste a job description to detect potential scams and red flags. Protect yourself from fake remote job postings.
Check if a remote job posting is legitimate or a potential scam. Paste any job description to scan for 20+ red flag patterns including upfront payment requests, unrealistic salary promises, and suspicious communication methods. Use this free checker to get a safety score, see specific warning signs detected, and receive recommended verification steps before applying.
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Common Remote Job Scam Types
💸 Advance Fee Scams
Asks for payment for training, equipment, or background checks before starting. Legitimate employers never charge employees to work.
🎭 Fake Company Scams
Impersonates real companies with slightly different names or domains. Always verify through the company's official website.
📧 Reshipping Scams
"Package handler" or "shipping coordinator" jobs that have you receive and forward packages - often stolen goods or money laundering.
🏦 Check Fraud
Sends you a check to deposit and asks you to send some back. The check bounces days later and you're responsible for the money.
📝 Data Harvesting
Fake applications that collect SSN, bank details, or ID copies for identity theft. No legitimate job needs this before hiring.
🤖 AI-Generated Scams
Increasingly sophisticated fake job postings created with AI. Look for generic details and verify everything independently.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is this checker?
This tool scans for common scam patterns and warning signs, but it can't definitively identify all scams or guarantee a job is legitimate. Use it as one part of your due diligence, along with company research and verification.
What if a job has some red flags but seems legitimate?
Some red flags like "work from anywhere" or high salaries aren't inherently scammy - context matters. If you see warnings, do extra research: verify the company exists, check their official careers page, look for employee reviews, and be cautious with personal information.
How do I verify a remote job is legitimate?
1) Search for the company on LinkedIn and verify employees 2) Find the job on the company's official careers page 3) Check Glassdoor for reviews 4) Verify the recruiter's email domain matches the company 5) Never pay money or share sensitive info before signing an offer 6) Do a video interview to verify real people
What should I do if I think I've been scammed?
Stop all communication immediately. If you shared bank details, contact your bank. If you shared personal info, consider a credit freeze. Report the scam to the FTC (reportfraud.ftc.gov), the platform where you found it, and the impersonated company if applicable.
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