TrustGuard IQ vs ScamVu

Something felt off. Maybe it was a voicemail from someone claiming to be law enforcement. An email about a package you didn't order. A text from your bank asking you to call back immediately. Your instincts are telling you something. TrustGuard IQ helps you listen to them. TrustGuard IQ is a quiet space to think through suspicious messages and situations before you respond, act, or pay. Paste the message, describe what happened, and let the app walk you through a structured analysis — calmly and clearly. WHAT TRUSTGUARD IQ DOES — Analyzes texts, emails, voicemails, and messages for known scam patterns — Identifies hidden intentions and manipulation tactics — Explains exactly why something is or isn't suspicious — Suggests specific next steps tailored to your situation — Works completely privately — your messages are never stored or shared HOW IT WORKS Choose how you want to start — paste a message or describe your situation in your own words The app scans for risk patterns used by scammers You receive a clear verdict — Low, Elevated, or High risk The full analysis explains the reasoning behind the result Suggested next steps tell you exactly what to do COMMON SITUATIONS TRUSTGUARD IQ CAN HELP WITH — Jury duty scam calls and voicemails — IRS and Social Security impersonation — Grandparent scams and family emergency fraud — Fake package delivery notifications — Romance and friendship scams — Tech support and computer virus warnings — Sweepstakes and lottery prize notices — Suspicious property or investment offers SAFE. SECURE. PRIVATE. TrustGuard IQ never stores, shares, or sells your messages or personal information. There is no account required to use the app. What you type stays on your device. FREE TO START Try TrustGuard IQ free — no credit card, no sign-up. Free users receive 3 full analyses to start. Upgrade anytime for unlimited scans, detailed reasoning breakdowns, and personalized next steps. If you have ever hesitated before calling a number back, wondered whether an email was real, or felt pressured to act fast — this app was made for you. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Scammers target everyone — but they're especially relentless with older adults, using increasingly convincing tricks like fake government calls, too-good-to-be-true prizes, and urgent threats. ScamVu was built with older adults in mind, and teaches anyone to recognize the patterns calmly, before they can catch you off guard. WHAT'S INSIDE Know the Patterns More than 40 of the most common scams explained clearly — IRS impersonation, Medicare fraud, romance scams, tech support cons, lottery tricks, grandparent scams, fake calendar invites, and more. Tap any scam to see the exact warning signs and what to do. Check a Message Not sure if something's a scam? Paste or type the message and get an instant read — what's suspicious about it and exactly what to do next, tailored to what was actually found. Guided Check Walk through a few simple questions about a call, text, or email you received, and get a clear risk level plus next steps — no message required. Practice Quiz More than 50 real-world scenarios presented as text messages, phone calls, emails, and social messages. You decide: scam or real? Instant feedback explains why — so the lesson sticks. Daily Tip A new scam-safety tip every day, right on your Home screen or in the ScamVu widget. Help Now If something already happened, this screen walks you through exactly what to do, step by step. Free hotlines connect you directly to the FTC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the National Elder Fraud Hotline, Adult Protective Services, and more. Keep a Log Track any suspicious contact you've had, all in one place. Export your log anytime to save, email, or share with family. About & Sources Every statistic comes from the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), the Federal Trade Commission, and the U.S. Department of Justice. Numbers and hotlines are verified before every update. SIMPLE AND PRIVATE BY DESIGN - Available in English and Spanish - Large, easy-to-read text that grows with your iPhone's text size setting - Works fully with VoiceOver - Works with Siri and Shortcuts - Optimized for iPhone Duo and other large displays - No account, no login, no password to remember - No ads, no tracking, no data collection of any kind - Everything stays on your phone — nothing is sent anywhere Scammers count on surprise and panic. ScamVu gives you the knowledge to slow down, recognize what's happening, and protect yourself and your family.