Iwas Scam
A mobile scam detection application designed to protect Filipinos from phishing, smishing, and digital fraud.
The Big Goal: Protecting the Community
In the Philippines, online scams are becoming more sophisticated every day—from fake text messages to deceptive links and doctored screenshots. Iwas Scam was built during the CodeKada Online Hackathon to provide a first line of defense for every Filipino.
Detection Rate
High
AI-powered analysis of SMS, URLs, and screenshots.
Response Time
Instant
Real-time verdicts for suspicious content.
Accessibility
Localized
Designed with Filipino users in mind.
How it Works: Multi-Layered Defense
We built Iwas Scam from the ground up in just one week. The app provides multiple ways to verify if something is a scam, ensuring that even non-technical users can stay safe.
SMS & URL Scanning
Analyze text messages and suspicious links against known threat patterns and AI-driven behavior analysis.
AI Image Analysis
Upload screenshots of suspicious messages or social media posts for deep visual spoofing detection.
Features & Capabilities
Scam-O-Meter
A real-time threat level indicator that helps users understand the current scam landscape in their region.
Knowledge Base
A centralized hub for educational content, teaching users how to spot and report new scam tactics.
The Results
- Rapid Development: Built from zero to a feature-complete mobile app in just 7 days.
- AI Integration: Leveraged OpenAI to provide intelligent, context-aware verdicts on potential threats.
- Zero-Trust for Mobile: Implementing security best practices in a cross-platform mobile environment using React Native and Supabase.
"Iwas Scam was built to ensure that no Filipino has to face digital threats alone."