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SEBI Registered Intermediaries

Fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics. Stay informed about the most prevalent online scams affecting people today.

Broker

Misuse of trust, unauthorized trades, and commission-driven advice.

  • Trading without client consent
  • Excessive trading for brokerage
  • Misleading or risky recommendations
  • Hidden fees and charges

Research Analyst

Most investors don’t lose money in the market, they lose money trusting the wrong advisor

  • Uses SEBI registration as credibility
  • Shows fake or selective past performance
  • Charges high research or subscription fees
  • Gives risky tips or stops responding after payment

Investment Adviser

Before trusting an adviser, remember — it is your money, not theirs

  • Uses SEBI registration to gain trust
  • Promises safe or high returns
  • Charges advisory or portfolio fees
  • Gives unsuitable or risky investment advice
Be Aware

Type of Scams or Frauds

Fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics. Stay informed about the most prevalent online scams affecting people today.

  • Digital Arrest Fraud

    Fake 'police' or officers claiming you are 'digitally arrested' and must pay fines immediately.

  • Investment & Crypto

    Promises of impossibly high returns on fake trading platforms or bogus crypto investments.

  • Job / Employment

    Fraudsters offer fake high-paying opportunities, demanding upfront 'training' fees.

  • Task / Like & Earn

    Victims are paid initially for liking videos, then asked to 'invest' for premium assignments.

  • Courier / Customs

    Fake calls from 'FedEx' or 'Customs' claiming illegal parcels are intercepted in your name.

  • Loan App Harassment

    Unregistered apps provide small loans, then access contacts to morph photos and extort money.

  • Fake IPO Scam

    Fake IPO websites or send fraudulent documents to lure investors with the promise of high returns.

  • Ponzi Scam

    Scammers promise high returns, use new investors’ money to pay earlier ones, and keep the rest.

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Client Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it. Here is what people have to say / their experience recovering from fraud with ScamFreeIndia.

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Ramesh Kumar

Phishing Scam • Mumbai

"I lost ₹50,000 to a fake bank SMS scam. The ScamFreeIndia team guided me on how to immediately freeze my account and file an FIR. I managed to recover my funds within 48 hours!"
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Priya Sharma

Job Fraud • Delhi

"I was asked to pay a 'processing fee' for a fake data entry job. SFI helped me identify it as a scam before I made the transaction. They saved my hard-earned money."
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Abdul Rahman

E-commerce Fraud • Hyderabad

"Ordered a smartphone online but received a brick. The seller stopped responding. Thanks to the legal steps provided by ScamFreeIndia, the platform refunded my money."
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Sneha Patel

Investment Scam • Ahmedabad

"A Telegram group promised double returns in 24 hours. I almost fell for it. Reading the case studies here opened my eyes. Highly recommend this platform for awareness."
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Vikram Singh

Tech Support Scam • Jaipur

"Someone called claiming to be from Microsoft and asked for AnyDesk access. SFI's helpline told me exactly what to do. Blocked the caller and secured my laptop."
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R.K.

Investment Scam • ₹4,30,000 Dispute • Chandigarh

"I was under tremendous stress after losing money in an investment scam. The team helped me prepare all the required complaints, organized my evidence, and guided me through the regulatory process. They were professional and responsive throughout."
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P.S.

Broker Dispute • ₹2,15,000 Claim • Mumbai

"The complaint drafted by the team was detailed and well structured. They explained every step clearly and kept me informed about the progress of my case."
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A.K.

Cyber Fraud • ₹95,000 Loss • Bengaluru

"I contacted the team immediately after the fraud. They guided me on reporting the incident, preserving evidence, and filing the necessary complaints. Their support gave me confidence during a difficult time."

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People Who Trusted Us

I was recently a victim of an online trading scam and felt completely lost. The team guided me through the proper complaint process and helped me understand the right steps to take. Their support was professional, responsive, and truly helpful during a difficult time. Highly recommended for anyone dealing with fraud.

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Scam Free India is creating a strong impact by educating people about different types of scams. Their efforts are helping many individuals stay alert and protect their hard-earned money. Keep up the great work!

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tarun mehta

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We received prompt and reliable assistance, with clear guidance at every step. The entire process felt much easier and more manageable thanks to their support.

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bhakti ramani

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I really appreciate the work done by Scam Free India. Their awareness posts helped me understand how scammers operate, especially in trading and investment scams. It’s a great initiative to protect innocent people from fraud.

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Official Guide

How to File an Official Complaint

Take immediate action. Follow these step-by-step instructions to report financial fraud directly to the Indian Government and regulatory authorities.

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National Cyber Crime

For UPI, Bank, Credit Card & Online Fraud

1

Call the Golden Hour Helpline

Dial 1930 immediately. If reported within 2 hours of the scam, banks have a high success rate of freezing the scammer's destination account.

2

Register Online

Visit the official portal at cybercrime.gov.in and select 'Report Financial Fraud'.

3

Keep Documents Ready

Ensure you have 6 months bank statement, transaction IDs, screenshots of chats, and the scammer's phone numbers/UPI IDs.

SEBI Registered

For Stock Market, Trading App & Broker Scams

1

Verify Registration

SEBI only handles complaints against SEBI-registered brokers, mutual funds, and advisors. Unregistered entities must be reported to Cyber Crime.

2

Lodge on SCORES

Visit scores.sebi.gov.in and create an account using your PAN card and Aadhaar linked phone number.

3

Timeline & Resolution

The entity must respond within 21 days according to new SEBI regulations. Ensure you upload all contract notes and ledger statements.

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