To file a complaint, just go to and answer the questions. Or call That’s all there is to it. If you’ve been ripped off or scammed, complain to the Federal Trade Commission.

Who deals with scamming?

If you were scammed, report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

How do I report an international scammer?

Your complaints help the FTC and law enforcement agencies conduct investigations, bring lawsuits and prevent international scams. If you have a complaint about international scams or cross-border fraud, report it at

How do I get my money back from Zelle If scammed?

If you are enrolled in Zelle® with a participating financial institution, you must reach out to their customer support team. If you are enrolled with the Zelle® app and found an unauthorized transaction, please call us directly at 1-844-428-8542.

Where can I go to report a fraud?

All types of frauds: There are some NON-government organizations that can help: You can also report the problem to law enforcement agencies through the complaint form at the National Fraud Information Center/Internet Fraud Watch or 800-876-7060, TDD 202-835-0778.

How can I report a phishing email to the FTC?

How can you report phishing emails? One such resource is the Crime Complain Center. If the scam website that targeted you deals with unfair business practices or deceptive marketing (such as SBA loan scams), you can send your report to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). You can file a complaint online HERE.

How can I report an advance fee fraud?

Reporting Advance Fee Frauds (also called Lottery scams, Money Transfer Frauds, Lawyers with deceased clients, widows and orphans with money to transfer, AFF Scams, Nigerian scams, etc. You can report spams and scams that are coming from specific email accounts to the providers.

How to report suspected tax fraud to the IRS?

Report Suspected Tax Fraud. It happens when someone steals your Social Security number to get a tax refund or a job. Report this type of fraud using IRS form 14039 ( PDF, Download Adobe Reader) . If you receive threatening calls or emails claiming to be from the IRS, report the fraud to the IRS online or by calling 1-800-366-4484.