Quick summary
Do you think you may be the victim of a scam? Here are some steps you can take to protect yourself and report it.
Take action fast
Stop communicating with the scammer.
- End all contact with the person or group you think is scamming you.
- Don’t share any more personal or financial information.
Review our guide on verifying suspicious employer communication for tips on confirming if a message or call is real.
Contact your local authorities.
Call your local police or cybercrime division if you:
- Lost money
- Gave sensitive private information about yourself to someone you think is a scammer
- Took part in something that might be illegal without knowing
This may help you get your money back and stop others from becoming victims.
You can also check our guide on spotting the difference between spam and scams to help you decide when to report suspicious activity.
Tell your bank.
Contact your bank or credit card company if you:
- Lost money
- Shared your bank account details
- Think your identity might be stolen
Read our guidelines for a safe job search to help prevent future scams.
Report the scam
Let Indeed know.
If the scam is linked to a job post or message on Indeed, you can report:
Read more about recognizing and avoiding scams on Indeed:
- Text Messages or Phone Calls Claiming to Be Indeed? It Might Be a Scam
- How To Identify Scam Job Titles on Indeed
- Common Job Scams to Avoid
Report online fraud.
Report online fraud to your local cybercrime authority or police.
Inform the real company.
Contact the employer directly if you believe the scammer is pretending to be from a real business.
Report fake benefit claims.
Contact your local unemployment office or labour authority if you believe someone filed for unemployment or other benefits in your name.
Protect yourself
Report identity theft.
Check guidance from your local consumer protection agency if you think someone may be using your identity.
Secure your devices.
- Scan for viruses.
- Make sure that your computer’s security is up to date.
- Change the passwords for your online accounts.