FBI warns against using these websites, they could steal your personal information

A file converter is software that converts a file from one format to another.

The FBI in Denver posted on X last week warning about free file converters in the form of websites and phone apps.

FBI Denver is seeing a scam where free online file converters lead to users having PII stolen or malware installed on computers. Don't be a victim! Learn how to spot the scam, what steps to take to protect yourself, and what to do if you are victimized: https://t.co/qTNLM9pwHE pic.twitter.com/My5j7nh3t6

- FBI Denver (@FBIDenver) March 7, 2025

Some of these sites and apps steal a user's PII (Personally Identifiable Information).

This includes any information that could be used to identify someone, they write. foreign media, the Telegraph reports.

And while the App Store and Play Store offer some security against malicious apps, this is not the case.

When it comes to websites offering free file converters, the FBI said: "Unfortunately, many victims don't realize they've been infected with malware until it's too late and their computer is infected with ransomware or their identity has been stolen."

The FBI suggests that the best thing to do if you think your PII has been stolen is to “take a breath, slow down, and think.”

"Be aware of your actions online and what risks you may be exposed to," she adds.

The FBI continues to tell PC users that they should have some up-to-date antivirus software running on their computers.

If you happen to believe you've been scammed by a malicious file converter website or app, the FBI says you should report it to ic3.gov or by clicking here.

This link will take you to the Internet Crime Complaint Center where you can report the incident. /Telegraph/