Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

What is Rosa Check?

Rosa Check is a comprehensive fraud prevention platform that helps users identify and avoid online scams. We provide tools including a scam database website, browser extension, and community resources to verify suspicious entities and protect yourself online.

How does Rosa Check work?

Rosa Check works by maintaining an extensive database of known scammers, suspicious accounts, and fraudulent operations. Users can search this database via our website or browser extension. Our system cross-references entries with multiple verification sources and user reports to ensure accuracy.

Is Rosa Check free to use?

Yes, the core features of Rosa Check, including the website database and basic browser extension functionality, are completely free. We believe everyone deserves access to tools that help them stay safe online.

How accurate is the information in Rosa Check?

We strive for the highest accuracy possible by using multiple verification methods, regular database updates, and community-based reporting. While we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy for every entry, we actively review and validate reports to maintain database integrity.

How do I submit a scam report?

Click the "Submit Scam Report" button on our website. Fill out the form with as much detail as possible about the scam you encountered, including names, contact information, websites, and your experience. Our team will review and validate your submission.

How quickly are new scam reports added to the database?

Most reports are reviewed and added within 24-48 hours if they meet our verification criteria. Complex cases may take longer to validate.

Can I check multiple scammer profiles at once?

Currently, our system supports searching one entry at a time for the most accurate results. This applies to both the website and extension.

Browser Extension Questions

What does the Rosa Check browser extension do?

The extension allows you to quickly check text against our scammer database while browsing the web. You can use multiple methods to initiate checks, including text selection, double-clicking, right-clicking, or using keyboard shortcuts.

How do I install the Rosa Check extension?

Visit the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons marketplace, search for "Rosa Check," and click "Add to Browser." After installation, you can access the extension via its icon in your browser toolbar.

What permissions does the extension require and why?

The extension requires several permissions to function properly:

  1. Storage: To save your preferences and settings
  2. Context Menus: To add the right-click lookup option
  3. Active Tab: To read selected text when you initiate a lookup
  4. Scripting: To display results on the webpage
  5. Host Permission (rosa-check.com): To query our API for scammer information