How to report a scam
Reporting takes a few minutes and helps stop the same scam reaching the next person. Nobody can file reports for you automatically, so here are the right places, one tap each.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
For any scam, even if you didn't lose money. Takes about 10 minutes.
Report to the FTCFBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
Best if money was lost or it happened online. Have the scammer's name, phone, email, website and the full message ready.
Report to the FBI (IC3)Your phone company (7726)
Forward the scam text to 7726 (it spells SPAM). Then use "Report junk" in your messages app and delete it.
Forward the text to 7726Facebook, Instagram or WhatsApp
In WhatsApp: open the chat, tap the menu, then More, then Report. On Facebook or Instagram, use Report on the profile or message.
Report on Facebook / Instagram / WhatsAppAmazon
Amazon's page for reporting fake calls, texts, emails and websites that use its name.
Report to AmazonYour bank or card company
Turn your card over and call that number. Do not use any number from the message. If you paid by card, ask them to stop or dispute the payment.
Call the number on the back of your card
Social Security Inspector General
For calls, texts or letters pretending to be Social Security.
Report to Social Security (OIG)IRS
The IRS page that explains where to send fake IRS emails, texts and calls.
Report a fake IRS messagePublishers Clearing House
PCH's own page for reporting people who use its name.
Report a fake PCH contactBBB Scam Tracker
Free and public. Your report warns other people in your area about the same scam.
Report to BBB Scam TrackerPayPal
Report fake invoices or money requests from inside your PayPal account. Forward fake emails to phishing@paypal.com, then delete them. Real PayPal phone: 1-888-221-1161.
Forward fake PayPal emails to phishing@paypal.comCash App
In the app, find the payment and choose "Report an issue", or chat with support in the app. Phone support: 1 (800) 969-1940.
Get Cash App helpYour local FBI field office
For big losses, like savings moved to a "safe account", call your local FBI field office and also file at ic3.gov.
Find your FBI field officeHarassing, threatening or abusive messages
- If you're in danger, call 911.
- Don't reply. Take screenshots and keep them.
- Block the sender and use the app's Report button.
- Unwanted texts: forward to 7726 and use "Report junk".
Your report log
Saved only on this device. Tap "I reported it" after reporting, and it shows up here so you or your family can see it.