What Steps Should I Take After I Get Scammed? You : "I think I just got scammed. What should I do now?" Scammer Prevention HQ : "First off, take a deep breath. It’s frustrating, but you’re not alone. Let’s go through some steps to help you recover from this." You : "Okay, what’s the first thing I should do?" Scammer Prevention HQ : "The first step is to stop all contact with the scammer immediately.