How do I report a scam to Microsoft?

Reporting spam, impersonation, or phishing emails from Outlook, Live, or MSN email addresses. Please [email protected]. Microsoft customers seeking technical support. Please visithttps://support.microsoft.com/.

Will Microsoft call you about a virus?

Does Microsoft call about my computer virus infections? No. Computer Hope, Microsoft, Dell, HP, Norton, Facebook, or any other computer company will not call you regarding your computer being infected with a virus or having errors.

How do I report a Microsoft Defender scam?

If You didn’t make this purchase or if you believe an unauthorized person is attempting to access your Microsoft account Call to our customer care representative +1 (888) 654-3028 (Toll Free).

How do I report a scam call?

Report telephone scams online to the Federal Trade Commission. You can also call 1-877-382-4357 (TTY: 1-866-653-4261). The FTC is the primary government agency that collects scam complaints.

Who do you report a scam to?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Report Most Common Scams The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the main agency that collects scam reports. Report your scam online with the FTC complaint assistant, or by phone at 1-877-382-4357 (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, ET).

What can you do if you get scammed by Microsoft?

What to do if information has been given to a tech support person

Uninstall applications that scammers asked to be install.
Run a full scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus to remove any malware.
Change passwords.
Call your credit card provider to reverse the charges, if you have already paid.

How do I get rid of fake Microsoft Virus Warning?

To remove the Pornographic Virus Alert from Microsoft, force close your web browser. Then go to the Control Panel > Uninstall a program and remove the malicious app. Finally, go to Settings > Virus & threat protection and click Quick Scan. Close your web browser.

What do I do if I answer a spam call?

If you receive a spam robocall, the best thing to do is not answer. If you answer the call, your number is considered ‘good’ by the scammers, even if you don’t necessarily fall for the scam. They will try again because they know someone on the other side is a potential victim of fraud.

Can I report a scammer to the police?

It is generally best to file a police report on a scammer, reach out to your bank, and file a complaint with the appropriate federal agency as soon as possible after you have been scammed. To file a police report for a scam, you will need make a call to or visit the fraud division of your local police department.

How do I get my money back from Zelle If scammed?

If you are enrolled in Zelle® with a participating financial institution, you must reach out to their customer support team. If you are enrolled with the Zelle® app and found an unauthorized transaction, please call us directly at 1-844-428-8542. Select a category below and then complete the form to report the scam.

What to do if you get a Microsoft Support call?

Run a full scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus to remove any malware. Apply all security updates as soon as they are available. Change passwords. Call your credit card provider to reverse the charges, if you have already paid. Monitor anomalous logon activity.

Do you get unsolicited phone calls from Microsoft?

Microsoft does not send unsolicited email messages or make unsolicited phone calls to request personal or financial information, or to fix your computer. Any communication with Microsoft has to be initiated by you.

What to do if you get a Microsoft error message?

Important: Microsoft error and warning messages never include phone numbers. When you engage with the scammers, they can offer fake solutions for your “problems” and ask for payment in the form of a one-time fee or subscription to a purported support service.

What should I do if I get a virus on my computer?