Europol Cybercrime Centre

The Europol Cybercrime Centre (EC3) is a specialized division of the European Union’s law enforcement agency, Europol, that focuses on combating cybercrime. It brings together experts from different countries to investigate and prevent online criminal activities such as hacking, fraud, and the distribution of illegal content. EC3 facilitates cooperation between law enforcement agencies across Europe, shares intelligence, and uses advanced technology to track cybercriminals. Its goal is to protect citizens and organizations from cyber threats by coordinating efforts and providing strategic support to combat evolving digital crimes effectively.