In the digital age, online scams have become a matter of concern across the world and it is a serious matter in India too. With the increase in online transactions and digital communication, the risk of becoming a victim of cyber fraud has increased rapidly. The past few months have also seen a rise in online fraud cases in India, with people losing money to scams like part-time job scams, YouTube video scams, and free iPhone scams.
That means one mistake and in one second your entire earnings can go into the hands of fraudsters. In such a situation, it becomes important to report the scam immediately. One can directly go to the police station to lodge a complaint or visit the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, an online platform designed to facilitate the reporting of cyber crimes. In fact, this should be reported within 24 hours so that the police can immediately track the transaction. However, the sooner you report, the better your chances of getting your money back.
If you also want to report any online scam, then here we are giving complete information about filing online scam reports on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.
What is the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal?
The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal is a government initiative aimed at helping victims of cybercrime lodge complaints online. The portal handles all types of cybercrime complaints with a special focus on crimes against women and children. It works round the clock. Its helpline number is 1930.
How to report cybercrime
Visit the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal https://cybercrime.gov.in.
Click on 'Submit Complaint' on the homepage. Read and accept the terms and conditions on the next page.
Click on the 'Report another cyber crime' button.
Select the 'Citizen Login' option and provide information like name, email, and phone number.
Enter the OTP sent on your registered phone number, fill in the captcha, and click on the submit button.
On the next page, provide information about the cybercrime you want to report.
This form is divided into four parts – General Information, Victim Information, Cyber Crime Information, and Preview. Give the necessary information asked in each part.
After viewing the information properly, click on the 'Submit' button.
You will be directed to an event details page. Here, provide details of the crime and supporting evidence, such as screenshots or files. Once you have entered the details, click on 'Save & Next'.
You can also provide information about the alleged suspect on the next page, if available.
Verify the information and click on the 'Submit' button.
You will receive a confirmation message that your complaint has been registered.
When filing a cyber fraud case related to online transactions, lottery scams, ATM transactions, fake calls, or internet banking, you have to provide proof of the fraudulent transactions. Additionally, bank information, address and ID proof and any suspicious messages or emails you received can also be included.
