Report email scams to microsoft

Microsoft has a dedicated system for reporting email scams, known as the Microsoft Safety & Security Center. Here's how you can report an email scam to Microsoft:

Method 1: Report Phishing Email

1. Open the email you received that you suspect is a phishing scam.
2. Click on the "Report" button at the top of the email.
3. Select "Report Phishing" from the dropdown menu.
4. Fill out the report form with as much detail as possible, including the email address, subject line, and any suspicious links or attachments.
5. Click "Submit" to report the email.

Method 2: Report Phishing Email through Outlook

If you're using Outlook, you can also report phishing emails directly from the Outlook client:

1. Open the email you received that you suspect is a phishing scam.
2. Right-click on the email and select "Mark as Phishing" from the context menu.
3. Outlook will automatically report the email to Microsoft.

Method 3: Report Phishing Email through Microsoft's Online Reporting Form

1. Go to the Microsoft Safety & Security Center website: www.microsoft.com/safety.
2. Click on "Report a Phishing Email" at the top of the page.
3. Fill out the report form with as much detail as possible, including the email address, subject line, and any suspicious links or attachments.
4. Click "Submit" to report the email.

What happens after you report an email scam to Microsoft?

After you report an email scam to Microsoft, their team will review the report and take appropriate action to help prevent similar scams in the future. This may include:

• Adding the email address to Microsoft's blocklist to prevent it from being delivered to other users.
• Working with email providers and law enforcement agencies to take down the phishing operation.
• Providing information to help you avoid similar scams in the future.

Remember to always be cautious when receiving unsolicited emails, and never click on suspicious links or download attachments from unknown senders.