Phishing and suspicious behavior in Outlook - Microsoft Support
A phishing email is an email that appears legitimate but is actually an attempt to get your personal information or steal your money. Some deceptive emails appear to be from a safe sender but, in fact, …
Protect yourself from online scams and attacks | Microsoft Support
Use SmartScreen for Microsoft Edge which can help to block known phishing websites. To learn more about how to spot and defeat phishing attacks see Protect yourself from phishing schemes and other …
How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
Learn how to recover a hacked or compromised account, what to do next, and how to prevent your account from being compromised in the future.
Customer service phone numbers - Microsoft Support
Feb 9, 2026 · This page provides support links for home users and support phone numbers for business users.
Protect yourself from phishing | Microsoft Support
If you shared information about your credit cards or bank accounts, you may want to contact those companies as well to alert them to possible fraud. If you've lost money, or been the victim of identity …
How to spot a "fake order" scam | Microsoft Support
A popular tactic of criminals is the "fake order" scam. The way it works is that you get a message, usually in email or text, that appears to be a routine confirmation for an order. Of course, you never …
What to do if your Social Security Number (SSN) is exposed
If a business attempts to check your credit they're notified that a fraud alert has been placed on the account and that they should verify the identity of anybody attempting to open an account or get …
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 Sender as …
Microsoft to stop sending SMS codes for personal accounts
SMS-based authentication is now a leading source of fraud, and by moving to passwordless accounts, passkeys, and verified email, we're helping you stay ahead of evolving threats while making account …
What happens if there's an unusual sign-in to your account
Microsoft prioritizes account security and works to prevent people from signing in without your permission. When we notice a sign-in attempt from a new location or device, we help protect the …
Avoid and report Microsoft technical support scams
Microsoft will never proactively reach out to you to provide unsolicited PC or technical support. If you receive a phone call claiming to be from Microsoft, or see a pop-up window on your PC with a fake …