Protect yourself from phishing - Microsoft Support
Phishing (pronounced: fishing) is an attack that attempts to steal your money, or your identity, by getting you to reveal personal information -- such as credit card numbers, bank information, or …
Video: Six steps to recover from a tech support scam
Watch this video to find out what steps you can take to recover if you suspect you've been deceived by a tech support scam.
Phishing and suspicious behavior in Outlook - Microsoft Support
Here are some ways to deal with phishing and spoofing scams in Outlook.com. Spoof intelligence in Exchange Online Protection helps prevent phishing messages from reaching your Outlook …
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
How do I know that an email is really from Skype?
If you receive an email claiming to be from Skype and you suspect it may be fraudulent, do not reply to the email, click any links in the email, or open any attachments to the email.
What to do if your Social Security Number (SSN) is exposed
Tell them you're a victim of identity theft and that you suspect the account is fraudulent. Ask when and how the account was opened and any information they can share on when and how the …
Protect your PC from ransomware - Microsoft Support
Some of the ways you can get infected by ransomware include: Visiting unsafe, suspicious, or fake websites. Opening file attachments that you weren’t expecting or from people you don’t …
How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
Learn how to remove viruses or malware from your Windows PC. Learn how to recover a hacked or compromised account, what to do next, and how to prevent your account from being …
How do I report phishing or junk email? - Microsoft Support
To report an email as phishing or junk: Select the email you want to report. Tap ⋮ at the top right of the screen. Select Report Junk from the dropdown menu. Select Junk, Phishing, or Block …
Scan an item with Windows Security - Microsoft Support
Windows Security (Windows Defender Security Center in previous versions of Windows) enables you to scan specific files and folders to make sure they're safe. You'll be notified immediately if …
What happens if there's an unusual sign-in to your account
Learn what to do if your username and password have stopped working. If you sign in to your account while traveling or if you install a new app that signs in with your account, you may get …