Gather all evidence: screenshots, emails, chat logs, URLs, transaction details, call records, and dates/times
Preserve original files and do not delete messages or alter evidence
Identify the type of cyber crime: phishing, hacking, fraud, identity theft, harassment, data theft, malware, or impersonation
File a complaint at the official cyber crime reporting portal of your country
Visit your local police station or cyber crime cell if online filing is not available
Provide your full name, contact details, and address
Include the accused details if known: phone number, email, username, bank account, wallet ID, IP address, or social media profile
Describe the incident clearly and briefly
Attach all supporting evidence
Mention the date, time, platform, and amount of loss if any
Submit the complaint and save the acknowledgment number or reference ID
Follow up with the investigating authority using the reference number
Inform your bank, payment app, email provider, or social media platform if accounts or money are affected
Change passwords and enable two-factor authentication on affected accounts
Block the scammer or suspicious account if needed
Keep copies of every submission and communication related to the complaint