: You can report these incidents to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) or the FTC .

: Scammers often include an old password of yours or your own phone number in the subject line or body to make the threat seem real. This data is usually pulled from old, public data breaches and does not mean your device is currently hacked.

: Report the email to your provider and delete it.

: If the email contained a password you still use, change it immediately on all accounts. Use a Password Manager to create unique, strong passwords for every site.

: Paying signals that you are a "live" target and may lead to further demands. Most scammers don't actually have any footage.

: This adds a layer of security that prevents hackers from accessing your accounts even if they have your password.