January 2025
Monthly Scam Counter
Stay informed with monthly updates on the latest scam statistics in Singapore. Learn to spot red flags and protect yourself and your loved ones.
get scam protection
Stay safe with the enhanced ScamShield app
Check for scams
Know if a suspicious message, link, or number is likely a scam
Report potential scams
Submit reports with screenshots, so we can monitor them better
Block and filter scams
Set up your phone to block calls and SMSes from scammers
Unsure if it's a scam?
Call and check with the ScamShield Helpline: 1799
Available 24/7, Monday to Sunday
Unsure if it's a scam?
Call and check with the ScamShield Helpline: 1799
Available 24/7, Monday to Sunday
Unsure if it's a scam?
Call and check with the ScamShield Helpline: 1799
Available 24/7, Monday to Sunday
stay informed
Scam Threats
Singapore lost S$385.6 million to scams in the first half of 2024 across 26,587 cases
Anti-Scam efforts
Highlights
CPF Withdrawal Limit Reduced
22 August 2024
Online CPF withdrawal limit reduced from S$200,000 to S$50,000 per day to reduce scam losses
Mid Year Scams and Cybercrime Brief 2024
22 August 2024
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) released these latest figures in their mid-year scams and cybercrime brief on 22 Aug 2024.
gov.sg SMS Sender ID
01 July 2024
From 1 July 2024, SMSes from government agencies will come from a single gov.sg SMS Sender ID
Anti-Scam mascot design competition
16 April 2024
The Association of Banks in Singapore launched a mascot design competition to encourage wider participation in the nation’s ongoing fight against scams.
United against scammers
ScamShield is a joint effort by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Singapore Police Force, Open Government Products, and the National Crime Prevention Council.
Launch video