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Federal Trade Commission

600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20580

(202) 326-2222

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Contact Information

Main
(202) 326-2222
Toll-Free
(877) 382-4357

Who We Are

Federal Trade Commission, as the nation's consumer protection agency, offers a website for consumers with information about how to protect yourself against identity theft and what to do if it happens to you.  The website is designed to help a consumer learn the steps to Deter, Detect and Defend against identify theft.



Information about phishing, how to file a complaint and list of publications available can be found at Identity Theft website.   Learn about scams and identity theft at Consumer.gov

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Nationwide

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
Yes

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Visit the website; call
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes

Report Problems
Call the Agency