Free Job Scam Checker for South Africa
Instantly verify if a job posting is legitimate or fraudulent
✓ 30-second verification✓ AI-powered analysis
🇿🇦Protecting South African job seekers
Check Your Job Posting
This tool provides automated analysis. Always trust your judgment.
How to Identify Job Scams in South Africa
Common Job Scam Red Flags
- • Requests for upfront payments or "admin fees"
- • Unrealistic salaries for minimal work
- • Poor grammar and spelling mistakes
- • Generic email addresses (Gmail, Yahoo)
- • Interviews only via WhatsApp or SMS
- • Asking for ID or banking details before hiring
Protect Yourself From Employment Fraud
- • Verify company registration with CIPC
- • Check for a professional website and email
- • Never pay for job opportunities
- • Research the company on Google and HelloPeter
- • Trust your instincts if something feels wrong
- • Report scams to the SAPS or Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CheckJobScam really free to use?
Yes, our job scam checker is completely free. No registration, no hidden fees, unlimited checks.
How accurate is the scam detection?
Our AI analyzes thousands of scam patterns with 95% accuracy. However, always use your judgment alongside our tool.
What should I do if I've been scammed?
Report it to the SAPS, contact your bank immediately if you've shared financial information, and warn others by sharing your experience.
Don't become a victim of employment fraud
Check any suspicious job posting above - it only takes 30 seconds