The FCC makes it simple and convenient to file a complaint. Choose a complaint type, a method of filing your complaint with us, and click to link to a complaint form (or to required information when not using a form). While the FCC accepts complaints in many ways, it is most efficient to file using one of our on-line forms.

Step 1: Choose a complaint type. There are four types of complaints. Click on each complaint type below to determine which definition best covers your complaint:

• General Complaints (FCC Form 2000)
• Complaints of Obscene, Profane and Indecent Broadcasts (FCC Form 475B)
• Slamming Complaints (FCC Form 501)
• Telemarketing, Junk Fax and Email messaging to wireless device ("Telemarketing" - FCC Form 1088)

Step 2: Choose a method of filing your complaint. There are several different ways you may file a complaint: Electronically, by Telephone, by Postal mail, by E-mail, or by Fax. However, it is most efficient to file using one of our on-line forms. Using our on-line forms ensures all required information is received.

Electronically:

The fastest method of filing. All you do is fill out the information and press “Submit”.

• General Complaint
• Obscenity/Indecency
• Slamming
• Telemarketing

Postal Mail:

Sometimes you may not have access to a computer or may feel more comfortable sending your complaint through the mail. Click on the appropriate form below to print-out the form. Mail your complaint to the appropriate address, making sure to include copies of all supporting information.

• General Complaint printable version  (address)
• Obscenity/Indecency printable version  (address)
• Slamming printable version  (address)
• Telemarketing printable version (address)

E-Mail:

While filing a form is encouraged, you may e-mail your complaint and supporting documents to us.

Send General, Telemarketing, and Indecency complaints to fccinfo@fcc.gov.

Send Slamming complaints to slamming@fcc.gov.

Phone:

Our Consumer & Mediation Specialists are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET to answer your questions and assist you in filing a complaint. Call toll-free at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322) voice or 1-888-TELL- FCC (1-888-835-5322) TTY.

Fax:

General Complaints may be faxed toll-free to: 1-866-418-0232.

Telemarketing Complaint forms may be faxed toll-free to: 1-866-418-0232. Please submit a separate form for each fax violation.

Slamming Complaints may be faxed to: ATTN SLAM TEAM, 202-418-0035.

Be sure to include all required information to prevent delay in the processing of your complaint. ALL Slamming complaints must contain a copy of the disputed bill or other evidence.