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Official Guides

Reporting agencies, prevention tools, and recovery guides from official sources.

Reporting

FTC ReportFraud

Report fraud, scams, and bad business practices to the Federal Trade Commission.

reportfraud.ftc.gov

FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center

Report cybercrime and internet-related fraud to the FBI.

www.ic3.gov

IdentityTheft.gov

Report identity theft and get a personal recovery plan from the FTC.

identitytheft.gov

BBB Scam Tracker

Report scams and search a database of fraud incidents in your area.

www.bbb.org

Prevention

Consumer.ftc.gov

Free consumer education from the FTC about avoiding scams and protecting yourself online.

consumer.ftc.gov

AARP Fraud Watch Network

Resources, watchdog alerts, and a helpline specifically for older adults targeted by scams.

www.aarp.org

National Cyber Security Alliance

Practical tips and resources for staying safe online, including two-factor authentication.

staysafeonline.org

CISA Cybersecurity Best Practices

Official government cybersecurity guidance from CISA.

www.cisa.gov

Recovery

AnnualCreditReport.com

Get free credit reports from all three bureaus to check for unauthorized accounts.

www.annualcreditreport.com

What to Do If You Were Scammed

Step-by-step FTC guide on actions to take after paying a scammer or sharing your information.

consumer.ftc.gov

Education

Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams

FTC guide on identifying phishing emails, text messages, and phone calls.

consumer.ftc.gov

FBI Common Scams and Crimes

A comprehensive FBI resource covering the most common fraud schemes and how to avoid them.