In today’s digital era, cyber frauds have become increasingly common, ranging from online banking scams, identity theft, OTP fraud, phishing emails, fake job offers, social media hacking, and e-commerce scams. Victims of such frauds often face financial losses, emotional distress, and privacy breaches. If you have encountered any form of online fraud, it is crucial to take prompt legal action.
You should first secure all available evidence like screenshots, bank transaction details, chat history, emails, and phone call logs. Immediately report the incident to your bank or the concerned platform and then file a complaint at your nearest police station or cyber crime cell. You can also lodge an official online complaint through the Government of India's portal: www.cybercrime.gov.in. Quick action within the first 24 hours of the fraud greatly increases the chances of recovering lost funds.
The complaint should include your name, contact information, a clear description of the incident, date and time, name of the app or website involved, transaction reference numbers, and any supporting evidence. Based on the nature of the crime, legal provisions under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Indian Penal Code (IPC) like Sections 420, 66C, 66D, and 507 may be applied. Once your complaint is filed, you will receive a complaint reference number for further follow-up.
You may also call the national cyber fraud helpline at 1930 for immediate support. In case of serious or sensitive matters such as blackmail, cyberstalking, threats, or harassment, legal professionals should be consulted to ensure proper representation. At Deenis Law Chamber, we assist victims with drafting cyber complaints, preparing documents, and taking legal steps to ensure justice and remedy.