What to Do If You Have Been Scammed

First response

Move fast and preserve evidence.

Immediate actions

  1. save chat screenshots
  2. save payment proof
  3. save tracking and delivery records
  4. open the relevant PayPal or payment dispute
  5. submit a Scam Watch report to CFS Staff

Do not do this

  • delete messages
  • continue sending more money to “fix” the deal
  • rely on verbal promises without evidence