# How to Report Suspicious Emails in Outlook

Stay Safe – Report Phishing Emails
If you receive a suspicious email, you can quickly report it using the Report Message button in Outlook.
Reporting suspicious emails helps protect everyone at Warragul Regional College.
Report Email in Outlook Desktop App
Step 1 – Open the Suspicious Email
Click once on the email you think may be suspicious.
Outlook inbox with suspicious email selected.
Step 2 – Click the “Report” Button
At the top of Outlook, click:
Report → Phishing
Outlook ribbon showing the Report button.
Step 3 – Confirm the Report
A confirmation box may appear.
Click Report Phishing.
Step 4 – Email is Sent to Microsoft for Analysis
The email will be:
Removed from your inbox
Sent to Microsoft for review
Used to improve spam and phishing protection
✅ You’re done!
Success confirmation message.
Tips to Stay Safe
✅ Do not click suspicious links
✅ Do not open unexpected attachments
✅ Double-check sender email addresses
✅ When unsure, report the message
Need Help?
If you are unsure whether an email is safe:
Report the message using the steps above
Contact your IT support team at it@wrc.vic.edu.au
Microsoft Reference
Official Microsoft Guide:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-office-365/submissions-outlook-report-messages