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title: "The 60-second scam check for seniors · Syba"
description: "A free scam check for a parent over 65: eight yes or no questions, a score, and three steps to take before the next call, text or visit."
canonical: https://sybainsurance.com/seniors/check
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# The 60-second scam check

Eight questions about the calls, texts and visits that trick people. Answer yes or no. You get a score and three steps to take.

Free. Nothing to sign up for. We do not ask for your name or email.

## What the check covers.

Each question is about a trick that real people fell for. There is no wrong way to answer. The score just shows where to start.

- ### A family code word

  Scammers can copy a voice. A code word shows it is really family.
- ### A call from a grandchild in trouble

  Scammers pretend to be a loved one in trouble. The voice may sound just like them.
- ### Calling back on a number you know

  Scammers pretend to be a bank or an office. Your own number is the safe way back.
- ### A call to move your money

  A real bank will not ask you to move your money to keep it safe.
- ### Gift cards

  No real bill, fine or prize is paid with gift cards.
- ### A fake computer problem

  Tech support scams start this way. Once they are in, they can see your bank.
- ### A courier at your door

  The FBI has warned about couriers who collect cash and gold from victims.
- ### A Bitcoin machine

  The FBI warns about scams that use crypto machines in stores.

## Why these questions.

$311.8M

reported lost to gold courier scams in 2025, where a courier collects cash or precious metals from the victim. Source: [FBI IC3 2025 Annual Report, 2025](https://www.ic3.gov/AnnualReport/Reports/2025_IC3Report.pdf)

6,188

complaints from people aged 60 and over about crypto ATMs in 2025, with $257 million in losses. Source: [FBI IC3 2025 Annual Report, 2025](https://www.ic3.gov/AnnualReport/Reports/2025_IC3Report.pdf)

$7.75B

reported lost by people aged 60 and over in 2025, up 59% on the year. Source: [FBI IC3 2025 Annual Report, 2025](https://www.ic3.gov/AnnualReport/Reports/2025_IC3Report.pdf)

## Looking out for a parent? Send them this check.

It is free. They answer eight questions on their phone.

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