Scam Trend Alerts is a new feature we're trialling on the ScamShield app. It keeps you informed about the latest scams in Singapore, based on police advisories. When you opt in, you'll get up to one alert a week. This way, you'll know what scams are going around, and what to look out for before they reach you or your loved ones.

This is a beta feature being rolled out to a small group of users first, so not everyone will see it yet.

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Why should I turn on Scam Alert notifications?

Scammers change their tactics all the time. By turning on Scam Trend Alerts, you'll be among the first to know what to look out for. The more you know, the easier it is to protect yourself and the people around you.

I don't see this feature on my app. Why?

Scam Trend Alerts is a beta feature, which means we're testing it with a small group of users first. It is being rolled out randomly, so not everyone has it yet.

How often will I get alerts?

You will receive only one alert a week. We don't want to overwhelm you, so only the most important trends will be sent.

Where does the information come from?

All alerts are based on official police advisories from the Singapore Police Force. You're getting trusted, verified information, not rumours.

Can I turn off Scam Alert notifications?

Yes. You can opt out of getting Scam Alert notifications anytime in your ScamShield app. You won't receive any more notifications after that. However, you will still be able to read the latest alerts under the "Alerts" tab in your ScamShield app.