# Phishbowl: AI Scam Detector — Phishing, QR & Link Checker

> Phishing, QR & Link Checker (iPhone/iPad app by Phishbowl Solutions Private Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phishbowl-ai-scam-detector/id6443957159 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Phishbowl Solutions Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650996126)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-11-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phishbowl-ai-scam-detector/id6443957159/reviews.md

## What is Phishbowl?

Phishbowl — Scam Protection Made Simple
Scams are becoming more sophisticated every day — from phishing messages and fake job offers to payment fraud and data breaches. 
Phishbowl helps you detect and avoid scams before they cause harm.

Detect Scams Instantly:
- Check suspicious messages, links, phone numbers, and QR codes in seconds.

- Phishbowl uses advanced AI to identify fraud, phishing attempts, and malicious activity across multiple platforms.

Message & Link Protection:
- Scan SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, and email messages for scam indicators.
 
- Detect phishing links and unsafe websites before you click.

Payment & QR Safety:
- Verify QR codes and payment links
- Avoid common payment scams and fraudulent requests.
- Check UPI IDs before making transactions.
 

Data Breach Monitoring:
- Check if your email or personal data has been exposed in a breach.
 
- Stay informed and take action to protect your accounts.

Built for Everyday Protection
Phishbowl is designed to help you and your family stay safe online — whether it’s avoiding suspicious messages or verifying unknown contacts or checking messages you receive.

Why Phishbowl?
• All-in-one scam detection

• Fast, simple, and easy to use

• Designed with privacy in mind

Stay informed. Stay protected.

Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual subscription plan | $16.99 | per year |
| Monthly subscription plan | $4.49 | per month |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.3.1 — 2026-09-05

A better, clearer Phishbowl experience.
• More helpful and descriptive content throughout the app
• Improved URL checking
• Easier phone number searches on iOS
• A clearer subscription experience
• Bug fixes and improvements

### 4.3.0 — 2026-08-31

* Fresh new Phishbowl splash screen
* Better update experience with helpful version notifications
* AI-powered Link Checker with phishing, malware, and scam detection
* Scan apps for risky permissions and potential security concerns
* Resolved several bugs for a smoother, more stable experience

### 4.2.1 — 2026-08-28

• Performance improvements and bug fixes
• Refreshed App Icon
• New AI-powered Link Checker with phishing, malware and scam detection

• Instant phishing risk scoring for URLs and links

• Check apps for risky permissions and potential security concerns

### 4.2 — 2026-08-12

• New AI-powered Link Checker with phishing, malware and scam detection

• Instant phishing risk scoring for URLs and links

• Check apps for risky permissions and potential security concerns

• Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 2.33 — 2026-01-14

bug fixes

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## Related topics

[scammer](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/scammer)

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-10.*