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Fake Emails from the IRS are Scams
The IRS never sends out emails to taxpayers. Period. Learn how to protect yourself from scam e-mails. Often called phishing, criminals attempt to use e-mail to trick you into sharing your name, Social Security Number, credit card number, and other private financial information.

New E-mail Scam Targeting Taxpayers
A fake email purports to be sent by the Internal Revenue Service, and states that the email recipient is under criminal investigation for filing a false tax return with the Franchise Tax Board of California.

Protect Yourself from Email Tax Scam
There's a new "phishing" scam designed to trick you into revealing your confidential financial information. Here's what you need to know. The email will say it is from "tax refunds @ irs.gov," but in reality the IRS does not contact taxpayers via email.

Beware of Email Tax Scam
If you receive an email from "tax refunds @ irs.gov," delete that email immediately. According to the IRS, this is a scam designed to trick consumers into revealing their personal and financial information.

Suspicious e-Mails and Identity Theft
Con artists are using the IRS name and logo to trick taxpayers into revealing their financial information. Contains information on recent phishing schemes. From the IRS.

How to Protect Yourself from Suspicious E-Mails or Phishing Schemes
Instructions for forwarding suspicious email to the Internal Revenue Service, along with tips on protecting yourself from phishing. The IRS will investigate all incoming emails to track down criminals.

Identity Theft and Your Tax Records
The IRS has collected resources to help taxpayers fight identity theft. Includes links to the Federal Trade Commission, Social Security Administration, and has tips for safeguarding your financial privacy.