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That one website that reports a phishing or scam website so others get warned

Why it's the pick

Reporting a fake site to Google Safe Browsing can get it onto the list that makes Chrome, Firefox and Safari show a red warning page. It takes a minute and is free; if a scam cost you money in the US, also file with the FTC.

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Netcraft Report report.netcraft.com Report phishing or malware links to Netcraft's blocklist FreeNo signup Link checked Oct 9
ReportFraud.ftc.gov reportfraud.ftc.gov Report scams and fraud to the US Federal Trade Commission FreeNo signup Link checked Oct 9

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