Advice for individuals to respond to an online scam or cyber attack

It is worrying if you are victim of an online scam or cyber attack. Resources and support are available to help you.

I need help with . . .

Select a topic below to find out what action you can take to recover and where to find support.

I've received a suspicious message.

I've lost money, or seen something suspicious when shopping online.

My device is behaving strangely, it might be infected.

I've lost access to an account or noticed unusual activity.

My information has appeared in a data breach.

I've received a threatening message.

If you’ve lost money, tell your bank straight away and report it to Report Fraud or in Scotland, contact Police Scotland.