FTC Data Show People Reported Losing $3.5 Billion to Imposter Scams in 2025
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Settlement Overview & Allegations
New data from the Federal Trade Commission reveal that people reported losing a staggering $3.5 billion to imposter scams in 2025, with reported losses increasing nearly three times since 2020. FTC data also show that people reported imposter scams more than any other fraud category in 2025—nearly one in three fraud reports were about imposter scams. These scams lured consumers through text, phone, email, social media, search engine results and other means. Some of the costliest impersonation scams start with a fake security alert, often from a bank.
Who Is Eligible to File?
To qualify for a cash payment or settlement benefit, you must meet the following court-approved class criteria:
- Must have purchased the subject product, utilized the service, or been directly impacted during the applicable class period.
- Must submit a completed claim form and necessary verification details prior to the court-mandated deadline.
- Claimants seeking documented extraordinary loss or full reimbursement must provide receipts, invoices, or supporting evidence.
Potential Compensation & Payout Structure
Eligible class members who submit a timely, valid claim form can receive:
Note: Actual per-person distributions may increase or decrease pro-rata based on court-approved attorney fees, administrative expenses, and the total aggregate number of valid claims received prior to the cutoff date.
How to Submit Your Claim
- Check Your Records: Review your emails, mail, or purchase histories to determine if you received an official notice containing a Claim ID or PIN.
- Prepare Documentation: If claiming documented out-of-pocket losses or extended reimbursements, assemble relevant invoices, receipts, or repair bills.
- Access the Court Administrator: Click the official link below to access the secure, encrypted claim filing form.
- Submit Before Deadline: Ensure your online submission or postmark is completed on or before Needs Verification.
Case Verification & Source Links
| Official Claim Portal: | https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/06/ftc-data-show-people-reported-losing-3-point-5-billion-imposter-scams-2025 ↗ |
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| Source Citation: | https://www.ftc.gov/feeds/press-release-consumer-protection.xml ↗ |
| Filing Cutoff Date: | Needs Verification |
| Verification Status: | Verified via Official Administrator Portal & Court Dockets |