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Deepfake Scams India 2026: Spot and Survive
How deepfake scams work in India: sextortion, fake CEO orders, family-emergency fraud, the red flags to spot them, and what to do if targeted.
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The first four steps, in order
- 1
Capture evidence first
Every post, URL, handle and timestamp, before reporting.
- 2
File a platform takedown
Meta, Instagram, X and YouTube have dedicated routes.
- 3
File at cybercrime.gov.in
Use the women and children route if it applies.
- 4
Call 1930
I4C escalates to your local cyber cell.
1930 is the national cyber crime helpline, 24/7. Reporting fast is the single biggest factor in getting money back. Call now
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