Take a breath. Take a next step.

Something doesn’t feel right?

Choose what happened for practical next steps. You don’t need to share any private messages, passwords, or personal details here.

You deserve help, not judgment.

Scams are designed to pressure and persuade. Talk with someone you trust. If more than one situation applies, review each relevant guide.

This is general U.S. guidance, not an assessment of your specific device or account. Scam Steps cannot stop payments or recover accounts. Contact the relevant provider promptly for urgent account or payment issues. If someone is in immediate physical danger, call 911.

Something doesn’t feel right?

I received something suspicious

I clicked a link

I shared a password or login code

I sent money or shared card details

I installed something or gave remote access

I shared personal identity information

You deserve help, not judgment.