What can you do if you get scammed on a website?

If you’ve been scammed, consider reporting the fraud to the police to see if they can take any action, as well as to your state consumer protection office. You can also report scams to the FTC. File a report online with the FTC, or by phone at (877) 382-4357.

What do you do when a website takes your money?

If you feel you’ve been defrauded, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at this page of its website. Here you can file a complaint about many types of businesses, including online shopping. Complaining to the FTC will not get you a refund.

How do I get my money back after being cheated online shopping?

To register a complaint with NCH you can call on 1800-11-4000 or 14404 (all days except national holidays – from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm), you can also send SMS on 8130009809. Besides, there is the option to file complaints online either on NCH website or app is also available.

What should I do if I’ve Been Scammed online?

If you have been scammed online, or if someone has tried to scam you online, it is essential that your local law enforcement agency knows about it. Online scams are a crime. Law enforcement is continually monitoring and investigating online fraud. Your experience can help them bust online scammers.

What to do if you get scammed with a money order?

Reporting the scam to your credit card company will prevent the scammers from using your card for other purchases or stealing your identity. If you paid with a U.S. Postal Service Money Order, report the scam to the Post Office immediately. Using the postal service for fraud is a serious offense.

What to do if you get scammed on money transfer?

Report the fraudulent transaction to the company behind the money transfer app and ask if they can reverse the payment. If you linked the app to a credit card or debit card, report the fraud to your credit card company or bank. Ask if they can reverse the charge. Did you pay with cryptocurrency?

What to do if you get scammed by a personal check?

If you paid by personal check, call your bank and cancel the check the instant you realize you were scammed. You have to be quick to stop payment because the scammers know they are against the clock and will usually get your money and run immediately after getting paid.