Report and Respond to a Scam
Finding an online scam can be worrying.
It is OK to feel nervous or unsure about what to do next.
If you experienced a scam, you are not to blame.
You are not alone.
These support agencies hear about lots of scams. They will ask you questions and can give you help if you need it, with no blame or shame.
Reporting scams is really important.
When you report an online scam, you are helping to stop that scam from harming other Australians.
Report in Western Australia
In WA, report an online scam to WA ScamNet.
This is part of the Government of Western Australia.
Report in Australia
In Australia, report an online scam to ScamWatch.
This is part of the Australian Government’s National Anti-Scam Centre.
Respond & Recover from a Scam
In Australia, if you have experienced a scam or identity theft, you can find expert support and help after a scam from IDCARE.
IDCARE will understand what happened & will guide you with a personal scam response plan.
They are an independent not-for-profit organisation & can give ongoing help.
Go to the IDCARE website & click Get Help.
