The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.
If you are a law enforcement or other agency official and would like more information about using the FTC as a resource to prosecute consumer fraud, please contact the Criminal Liaison Unit below.
I am a law enforcement or other agency official
If you are a consumer and would like to report a fraud, scam, or bad business practice, use the link below to report it at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.