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Banned Debt Collectors

View a list of the companies and people permanently banned from the debt collection business in the U.S.

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Workshop: Consumer Injuries and Benefits in the Data-Driven Economy

On February 26, the FTC will host a workshop to explore efforts to measure consumers’ privacy preferences, as well as the impacts of data breaches on consumers.

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National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is March 1 - 7

During National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), the FTC and its partners will promote ways to avoid, report, and recover from fraud.

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Data Visualizations

Use our visualizations to explore scam and fraud trends in your state based on reports from consumers like you.

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Consumer Alert

How to avoid a side hustle scam

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Consumer Alert

Get ready for NCPW 2026

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Consumer Alert

Got a letter about unemployment benefits you didn’t file? That’s identity theft

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Open Meetings

Track enforcement and policy developments by viewing records from the Commission’s open meetings — agendas, transcripts, videos, reports, and public comments.

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