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Think you were scammed?

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Sent money

Contact your bank, card issuer, or payment service immediately, using the number on your card or statement. Ask about stopping or reversing the payment. Report unauthorized transactions.

Shared a password or code

Change your password from a trusted device, enable multifactor authentication, and review recent account activity and recovery settings.

Shared identity information

Consider a credit freeze and visit IdentityTheft.gov for a recovery plan.

Installed software or gave remote access

Disconnect the device from the internet, stop remote access, and seek trusted technical help. Change passwords from a separate trusted device.

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Official reporting resources

FTC ReportFraud

Report scams and fraudulent business practices.

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FBI IC3

Report internet-enabled fraud and cybercrime.

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IdentityTheft.gov

Get an identity theft recovery plan.

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