Check if a website is safe or a scam | Scribe

    Check if a website is safe or a scam

    Open the Website Checker Page

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    Click on the link to see if a website if safe or not.
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    For more help choose copy or paste from the contents list.
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    Click here to enter the weblink you want to check.

    Safe, Not Safe, Not Sure

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    Sometimes the checker will not know if a website is safe and you will need to check another way. The website could be safe or not safe.
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    Sometimes the webchecker will say that a website is not safe. Do not open these websites. If you have already opened a webpage close it. \ \ If you have downloaded anything, given any details about yourself or you are worried and unsure then contact Deaf Action. \ \ If you've given any banking details then contact your bank.
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    The website is likely safe and you can use it. Stay aware of scams in case the checker missed some information.

    Copy Using Keyboard Shortcuts

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    Find the website you want to check and copy and paste it onto the safety checker.
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    Highlight then text and then press [[Ctrl]] + [[C]]

    Paste Using Keyboard Shortcuts

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    Click on the textbox.
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    Press [[Ctrl]] + [[V]]
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    Click on the arrow.
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    See if the website is listed as safe or not!

    Copy Using Mouse/Trackpad

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    Highlight the weblink and right click on your mouse/trackpad.
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    Click "Copy Ctrl+C"

    Paste Using Keyboard/Trackpad