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Scamalytics

Detects and prevents online scams and fraudulent activities in real time.

Our take: Scamalytics is a UK-based IP fraud detection platform (est.

Best forFraud analysts
ReviewedPricing: Free
7.1 out of 105 criteria · see breakdown
Try ScamalyticsFree (5K lookups/mo); paid from $25/mo
The bottom line

Affordable IP fraud scoring with a permanent free tier — a practical first line of defense for web platforms battling fake accounts and bot traffic.

Our score

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What it is, and why we rate it

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What it really isScamalytics — IP fraud-scoring API for detecting fake accounts, bots, and risky traffic.
Our takeScamalytics is a UK-based IP fraud detection platform (est.
2011) that scores IP addresses 0–100 for risk, combining proxy/VPN detection, geolocation, blacklists, and ML-based signals. The audience is e-commerce, dating, and social platforms. Scamalytics offers a permanent free tier of 5,000 API lookups/month.
Why we rate itScamalytics punches above its price point: a clean REST API, a real free tier, and a self-hosted option that satisfies GDPR requirements make it the go-to entry-level IP fraud tool.
The ML-shared blacklists built from dating/social network signals add signal quality that generic geo-IP tools lack.
The catchCovers IP signals only — no device fingerprinting, behavioral analytics, or email/phone risk — so it must be combined with other checks for robust fraud stacks.
Can produce false positives for legitimate VPN or datacenter users.

Best / not good for

Best for
  • Dating and social platforms needing real-time fake-account blocking
  • E-commerce sites screening risky checkouts by IP reputation
  • Developers wanting a low-friction REST API with a free tier to prototype fraud scoring
Not good for
  • Teams needing full-stack fraud decisioning (device, email, behavior) in one platform
  • High-volume enterprises where per-lookup costs and rollover limits become restrictive
  • Non-technical teams without developer resources to integrate an API
Trade-offs

Friction report

Trade-offs to know before signing up.

  1. Time to value
    Fast: free API key signup, single REST endpoint, first fraud score in under an hour.
  2. Scale breakpoint
    Per-lookup pricing and no rollover become costly above ~500K checks/month; self-hosted MMDB option mitigates this but requires DevOps setup.
  3. Walled garden
    Low: standard JSON API with no proprietary SDK lock-in; self-hosted MMDB can be migrated away from the cloud service entirely.
Still a fit?
If none of these block you, start on the free plan.
Try Scamalytics

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this service detect and prevent online fraud and scam activity?

It monitors transactions, detects suspicious activity, and prevents online fraud and scams.

Can businesses detect and prevent fraud with this machine learning platform?

Yes, businesses can detect and prevent fraud with machine learning platforms that analyze transactions, flag anomalies, and provide real-time alerts.

How can Scamalytics help in detecting and preventing online fraud and chargebacks?

Scamalytics detects and prevents online fraud, chargebacks, and suspicious transactions for e-commerce businesses.

How does this fraud detection platform analyze transactions to identify potential scams and risks?

Fraud detection platforms analyze transactions by applying machine learning and rules-based algorithms to identify unusual patterns and potential risks.

What features does this tool provide to detect and prevent online scams and fraudulent activity?

The tool detects phishing, scams, and fraudulent activity in real-time, providing alerts and preventive measures for online Security, Privacy & Backup.

Alternatives

  • Step up

    SEON — full fraud platform with email, phone, device, and behavioral signals for teams needing a complete decisioning layer.

  • Lighter alternative

    IPQualityScore free tier — overlapping IP fraud scoring with a hosted dashboard if API integration feels like overkill.

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