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Protect yourself from harmful links that could lead to fraudulent websites on your iPhone or iPad.

What is Fraud Buster

Fraud Buster helps you find possible scams by checking different content on your device. With features like the Camera Roll Scan and Link Scanner, you can protect yourself from harmful links that could lead to fake websites or viruses. Keeping your device secure is important, and Fraud Buster makes it easy to do.

Enable These Features To Use Fraud Buster on iMessage

SMS Filtering

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Scroll down then select Apps, then tap Messages.
  3. Scroll down to the MESSAGE FILTERING section, then tap Unknown & Spam.
  4. Turn ON Filter Unknown Senders.
  5. Under TEXT MESSAGE FILTERING, tap Mobile Security, then choose Enable.

SMS Reporting

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Scroll down then, select Apps, then tap Phone.
  3. Scroll down to the CALLS section, then select SMS/Call Reporting.
  4. Under SMS/CALL REPORTING EXTENSIONS, tap Mobile Security, then choose Enable.

Scan Saved Pictures for Scams

The Camera Roll Scan feature lets you check up to three photos from your Camera Roll for harmful links.

  1. Open the Mobile Security app.
  2. Select Fraud Buster.

    If this is your first time, you will see a short introduction. Tap the Take a Look button to continue.

  3. Tap the Camera Roll tab, then tap the CAMERA ROLL SCAN button.

    If it's your first time using this feature, read the Data Collection Notice, then tap Accept.

  4. Choose the photos you want to scan, then tap Done.
  5. Wait for the scan to finish.
  6. The results will show if the link is safe, risky, or if there is no link included.

If the link in the results is different from the one in the scanned photo, you can change and rescan it:

  1. On the results page, tap the Edit button next to the link.
  2. Change the link, then tap Rescan.
  3. Wait for the scan to finish.

Scan Screenshots for Scams

The Screenshot Scan feature lets you check the latest screenshot taken on your device.

  1. Open the Mobile Security app.
  2. Select Fraud Buster.

    If this is your first time, you will see a short introduction. Tap the Take a Look button to continue.

  3. Tap the Camera Roll tab, then tap the CAMERA ROLL SCAN button.

    If it's your first time using this feature, read the Data Collection Notice, then tap Accept.

  4. Tap the Screenshot scan settings.
  5. Mobile Security will ask for access to your Photo Library, you can choose either to Allow Full Access or Limit Access....
  6. Enable Ask me before scanning new screenshots.

    If it's your first time using this feature, Mobile Security will to add VPN Configurations, then tap Allow, then enter your passcode to proceed.

  7. Every time you take a screenshot, Fraud Buster will now check if for scams.

Scan Websites for Scams

The Link Scanner checks links to see if they are safe or harmful.

  1. Open the Mobile Security app.
  2. Select Fraud Buster.

    If this is your first time, you will see a short introduction. Tap the Take a Look button to continue.

  3. Tap the Camera Roll Scan tab, tap the Link Scanner icon Link Scanner Logo.
  4. Paste the link or type the website, then tap Scan.
  5. Wait for the scan to finish.

Scan Results

The result will be:

  • Safe: You can visit the link anytime.
  • Not Safe: Avoid this page because it has security risks.
  • No Address Found: The link is unavailable or incorrectly typed.

Tips for Staying Safe Online

Besides using Fraud Buster, here are some simple tips to help you stay safe online:

  • Be careful with links: Always think twice before clicking on links in messages or emails, especially from people you don’t know.
  • Use strong passwords: Create unique and strong passwords for your accounts, and think about using a password manager.
  • Keep your software updated: Regular updates help protect your device from security problems.
  • Be careful with personal information: Avoid sharing sensitive information online unless it’s necessary and secure.

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