Can I remain anonymous when submitting a complaint?

Yes, you can choose to remain anonymous when submitting a complaint to the FTC Response Center. Your personal information, including your name and contact details, will not be made public or disclosed to the party you are reporting. However, please note that providing your identity and contact information can sometimes aid an investigation or help protect consumers more effectively. In instances where you decide to remain anonymous, your complaint will still be valuable and will contribute to the collective body of information used in identifying patterns and potential violations. The FTC takes privacy seriously, and while your complaint may be shared with law enforcement and other government agencies, your identity will generally be kept confidential within the boundaries of the law.