Pausentry — Your trusted 2nd opinion
Not sure if it's a scam? Pause and check first.
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A free, private first check for Australians who are unsure about an investment offer.
Answer a few simple questions before you send money or share your details.
Pausentry check
Example result
Several warning signs are present. Do not send money yet. Take time to check the person and the investment through official sources.
Free investment-scam check
Question 1 of 5
Did the offer arrive unexpectedly through social media, a call, text, email or a new online contact?
Why we ask: Unexpected contact is a common way scammers start a conversation and build trust.
Your answers stay in this browser for this check. Pausentry does not decide whether an investment is genuine.
Pause · Check · Act
A simple habit before you invest
Pausentry isn't law enforcement and we won't chase scammers for you. We give you a calm, trusted step to take before you act — reducing the impact of scams and giving you back your confidence.
Pause
Scammers rely on urgency. The moment something feels off, stop. A short pause is your circuit breaker before any money or details change hands.
Check
Use official sources to check the company, licence and investment. Do not rely on a link or number the person gave you.
Act
Get clear next steps. If money or personal details have already been shared, contact your bank straight away.
How it works
Set it up once, stay protected for good
Answer a few questions
Choose the answers that fit the investment offer. You do not need to create an account or upload anything.
See the warning signs
Your result explains the warning signs in plain English and points you to safe official checks.
Take the next safe step
If there is a high risk, you will see immediate steps for contacting your bank and reporting the scam.
Plain-English FAQ
Questions, answered clearly
Frequently asked questions are coming soon
We're developing straightforward answers about checking investment offers, protecting your details and knowing when to get help. This space will be updated as the pilot grows.
Join the Pausentry pilot program
Join the Circle of Trust: a small group of Australians, families and community supporters helping us shape a calmer, safer way to check before investing. Pilot members get free access.