Why Report Fraud?

If you think you see a scam, talk with someone. Your story could help someone avoid that scam. Report Fraud: Federal Trade Commission
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Why are faked images and videos so popular? How might AI or deepfake technology subvert or threaten a democratic election? And perhaps more...

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Learn how to find out what scams, identity theft, and other consumer issues look like in your area by exploring FTC data at...

To share files, like games and music, through a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, you download software that connects your computer to other computers...

Deceptive practices, how these operations use high-pressure tactics and how consumers can protect themselves. Read More FTC Online Security ...

Watch this video to learn some cybersecurity basics and learn how to put them into practice in your small business. Learn how to spot scams...

Scammers can use technology to fake the name or number on your caller ID. Even when your caller ID shows a local number, it could be a scammer...

No more annoying robocalls and telemarketers. Legal robocalls, like school closings and prescription reminders, are allowed through. Nomorobo is...

Few things can be more annoying than answering the phone while you're in the middle of something — and then being greeted by a recording. If you...

The dramatic increase in illegal telemarketing robocalls, what the FTC is doing about it, and why it's difficult to trace these calls. Report...

The Federal Trade Commission wants you to know that although some medical discount plans provide legitimate discounts, others take people's money...

When a natural disaster hits or a tragic event happens, you might be looking for ways to help the people and communities affected. Unfortunately,...