check-scam.net

Terms of Service

Welcome to the check-scam.net. The following Terms of Service set out the rules for using our platform. By using the Service, you agree to the following terms.
  1. Definitions
    • Service: The online platform available at check-scam.net, dedicated to collecting, verifying, and making available information about online scams within the scope defined in these Terms of Service.
    • User: Any natural person using the Service.
    • Report: Information about a potential online scam submitted by a User to the Service, containing data about the scammer and supporting evidence in accordance with point 3 of these Terms.
    • Database: A collection of verified information about online scams and scammers, gathered within the Service.
    • Administrator: The entity managing and operating the Service, responsible for processing data within the Service in accordance with the law. The identity of the Administrator is provided in the Service's Privacy Policy.
  2. General Provisions
    • The Service aims to increase awareness of online threats and help identify potential scammers by providing verified information.
    • The information contained in the Database is based on User Reports, which have undergone a verification process by the Administrator.
    • The Service operates to prevent scams but bears no responsibility for the actions of scammers or for any damages incurred by Users or third parties as a result of online scams.
    • Using the Service, including Browse the Database and submitting Reports, is free of charge.
  3. Rules for Reporting Scams by Users and Data Collected
    • A User may submit a Report concerning an online scam encountered.
    • The Report should contain information about the person or entity suspected of scamming and supporting evidence within the scope defined below.
    • Within a Report, the User may provide (and the Service may collect and process) only the following types of data concerning the scammer or attempted scam:
      • Pseudonym (nick) used by the scammer,
      • First name associated with the scammer,
      • Last name associated with the scammer,
      • Email addresses used by the scammer,
      • Phone numbers used by the scammer,
      • Discord IDs used by the scammer,
      • Website addresses or links to social media profiles associated with the scammer,
      • Screenshots documenting the scam or attempted scam,
      • A short description of the scam or attempted scam situation, provided by the affected person or a witness.
    • A User submitting a Report declares that the information provided by them concerning the scammer is true (to the best of their knowledge) and does not infringe upon the rights of third parties or applicable law.
    • The Service DOES NOT collect or process any personal data identifying the User submitting the Report, such as the reporter's first name, last name, email address, or phone number. Reports are processed in an anonymous manner with respect to the reporting User.
    • The only exception to the above is the IP address of the User submitting the Report, which is automatically stored by the Service's system solely for technical and security purposes (e.g., to prevent spam or attacks) for a maximum period of three months. After this period, the IP address is automatically deleted.
    • By submitting a Report, the User consents to the processing of the data provided about the scammer for verification purposes and inclusion (in whole or in part) in the Service's Database.
    • The Administrator reserves the right to refuse publication of a Report or to remove it from the Database without stating a specific reason, particularly if the Report is incomplete, unreliable, violates the law, good practice, or raises doubts for the Administrator.
    • The User bears sole responsibility for the content of the submitted data about the scammer and supporting evidence.
  4. Verification and Use of the Database
    • The Administrator makes efforts to verify Reports, however, due to their origin from Users, the Service cannot guarantee the absolute accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information contained in the Database.
    • The information in the Database is for informational, warning, and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal proof, legal advice, or an official confirmation of an individual's status as a scammer.
    • A User using the Database and relying on the information found therein does so solely at their own risk. The Service is not liable for any decisions or actions taken by Users based on data from the Database.
    • The Administrator reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the operation of the Service or parts thereof (including the search engine and Database) at any time and without prior notice.
  5. Liability
    • To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Service is not liable for:
      • Any damages (pecuniary and non-pecuniary) resulting from the use of the Service or the inability to use it.
      • The accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and reliability of information entered into the Database based on User Reports.
      • The actions of online scammers or other third parties.
      • Damages resulting from reliance on information found in the Database.
      • The content of Reports submitted by Users, including any potential infringement of personal rights or other rights by the scammer data provided in the Report.
      • Any legal or other consequences resulting from the inclusion of scammer data in the Database based on a Report.
    • The User submitting a Report agrees to indemnify and hold the Administrator harmless from any and all liability and claims from third parties (including individuals or entities whose data has been placed in the Database) related to the content and truthfulness of the Report and supporting evidence submitted by the User.
  6. Intellectual Property
    • All rights to the Service, including its graphic design, software, and Database structure, belong to the Administrator.
    • With regard to the data about scammers and supporting evidence (e.g., screenshots) contained in the Reports, copyrights or other intellectual property rights may belong to the Users or third parties. By submitting a Report, the User grants the Administrator a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use these materials within the Service for the purpose of their verification, storage in the Database, and making them available to other Users via the Service's search engine.
    • The User has the right to use the content of the Service (including data from the Database) only within the scope of permitted personal use for the purpose of verifying potential scam threats. Any copying, distribution, or use of the Service's content (including Database data) for commercial purposes or other purposes exceeding permitted personal use is prohibited without the Administrator's consent.
  7. Privacy Policy
    • Detailed rules for the processing of personal data by the Administrator, including the Administrator's contact details and information about the processing of IP addresses of Users submitting Reports, are set out in the Service's Privacy Policy, available at Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy forms an integral part of these Terms of Service.
    • By using the Service, you accept the provisions of the Privacy Policy.
  8. Final Provisions
    • The Administrator reserves the right to amend these Terms of Service at any time. Users will be informed of changes by publishing the new Terms of Service within the Service. Continued use of the Service after the introduction of changes means their acceptance.
    • Any disputes arising from the use of the Service shall be resolved by the Administrator. Contact email address can be found in Privacy Policy.
Before using the Service, please read these Terms of Service and the Privacy Policy carefully.
Last Updated: 13.05.2025