When should you report a website for scamming?

You should report websites immediately to the FTC, IC3, and CISA if you suspect they are involved in illegal activity such as fraud, phishing, identity theft, or other scams.

What happens when you report a scam website?

Reporting a website for scamming will often lead to an investigation of the site and its activity, depending on the organization receiving the report. In some cases, the report leads to a case against the scammer, but in other cases, the site is simply removed from search engines or shut down.

How can you report a website for stealing content?

You can report a website with stolen content to Google if you are the owner of the stolen material or an authorized representative of the owner.

Can you get your money back from a website scam?

In most cases, yes. You can get your money back if you inform your bank of a fraudulent transaction. Make sure you provide as much information as possible—including the transaction date, amount, and the scamming website—to help the bank investigate the incident.

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