Yes, SniffTest is completely free with no account required. Paste any URL or scan a QR code to get an instant risk score and plain-English verdict. Checks are processed in real time; only results you explicitly share are saved anonymously so permalink links keep working.

How does SniffTest check if a website is a scam?

SniffTest runs multiple checks in parallel, including Google Safe Browsing, IPQualityScore fraud intelligence, domain age via WHOIS, SSL certificate analysis, brand impersonation detection, phishing blocklists (URLhaus, OpenPhish, PhishTank), review database lookups, and community forum mentions, and combines the results into a risk score from 0 (clean) to 100 (danger).

Does SniffTest store the URLs I check?

For a normal check, nothing is saved once you are done. When you copy a link to share your result, SniffTest stores an anonymous snapshot (checked URL, verdict, signals, reason, and timestamp) so your permalink can always show the same result. No account is required and no cookies are used to track you.

Can SniffTest check QR codes?

Yes. SniffTest can decode and check QR codes: scan one with your device camera or upload an image of a QR code. The decoded URL is then run through the same checks as any pasted link.

What risk score means a site is safe?

SniffTest scores sites from 0 to 100. A score below 30 indicates a clean site. Scores from 30 to 59 signal caution: the site has some risk factors worth investigating. A score of 60 or above indicates danger and the site should be avoided.

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SniffTest verdict ALL CLEAR

🔗 amazon.co.uk

Established site with a long, clean record.

🎂 Domain registered 28 years ago Long history is a strong trust signal CLEAN

🛡️ Clean on Google Safe Browsing No malware or phishing reports CLEAN

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SniffTest verdict DANGER

🔗 royal-mail-parcel.xyz

High-risk phishing domain. Do not enter any details.

🕐 Domain registered 3 days ago Brand-new domains are a strong scam signal HIGH RISK

🚫 Found in phishing blocklist Reported across multiple scam databases HIGH RISK

⚠️ Lookalike domain — impersonates Royal Mail Hyphenated brand name with suspicious TLD CAUTION

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