How to Report Internet Crime: Step-by-Step Guide

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Reporting cybercrime correctly can increase the likelihood of a successful investigation. Follow these steps when reporting internet crime:

Step 1: Stay Calm and Document Everything
Take screenshots of suspicious emails, messages, or websites.

Save any relevant communications, such as chat logs, emails, or transaction receipts.

Write down details like the date, time, phone numbers phone number library email addresses, and IP addresses if available.

Step 2: Contact Your Local Authorities
For immediate threats or crimes involving violence, call 911.

For non-emergency cybercrime, call your local police’s non-emergency number to file a report.

Step 3: Report to National Agencies
Use the FBI IC3 website or call their hotline to submit a complaint.

File a report with the FTC to help track scams and fraudulent activity.

Step 4: Notify Your Internet Service Provider and Financial Institutions
Contact your ISP’s abuse department to report hacking or suspicious network activity.

Alert your bank or credit card company if financial information has been compromised.