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If you’ve been targeted by a scam or lost money, use these official links to report and get help. Showing links for United States.
Feeling overwhelmed? Mental health hotlines and scam victim support resources are available.
Just been scammed? Use our Immediate response (0–24 hours) checklist and evidence collection list — step-by-step what to do right now.
- FTC Report FraudReport scams, fraud, and identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission.
- FBI IC3 (Internet Crime)Report internet crime, including phishing, romance scams, and online fraud.
- CFPB – Submit a complaintComplaints about banks, credit cards, loans, and financial services.
- National Elder Fraud Hotline1-833-372-8311 — Report elder fraud and get support (DOJ). Mon–Fri 10am–6pm ET.
- IdentityTheft.govStep-by-step recovery and reporting if someone stole your identity.
- Report a scam to Scam AvengerShare your experience with our community and get a shareable report link.