What to Do After a Fraud Incident
If you’ve experienced a scam or believe someone may have attempted to defraud you, it can be difficult to know what to do next. Use the resources below to help you navigate where to start.
Remember: being targeted does not mean you were careless. The most important thing now is to slow down, protect yourself, and take the next steps that apply to your situation
Start Here with These Next Steps
WATCH
out for the second scam
PROTECT
against future fraud
REPORT
the incident
LEARN
how to recognize scams
Learn About Different Fraud Types
Check
Fraud
Credit
and Debit Card Fraud
Imposter
Schemes
Investment
and Crypto Fraud
Phishing
and Spoofing
Romance
Scams
Knowledge is Power
Stay informed of new fraud tactics as they emerge by reviewing the following.
→ Sign up for FTC Consumer email alerts.
→ Explore XML's Foiling Fraud resources available on our website
→ Read our Fraud Fighter emails sent to you.
→ Watch this FTC video to find out what types of fraud and identity theft are happening in your area.