If you've been scammed, there are organizations you should report the scam to.

Don't feel embarrassed about reporting a scam – scams are clever and can happen to anyone.

Reporting a scam helps track down and stop scammers. This prevents other people from being scammed.

You should:

• protect yourself from further risks
• gather all the details of the scam
• report the scam to organizations

Gather all the details of the scam. This will help you remember all the important information when you report it.

Make sure you include:

• Who you've been in contact with – write down names, numbers
• Why you're suspicious
• What information you've shared – for example, passwords, or bank details
• Whether you've paid any money
• How you've paid – for example, credit card or bank transfer

Contact:

• Your bank
• The company (if you can)
• Consumer affairs for a fraudulent website
• The police