Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about finding trusted computer support, avoiding scams, and listing your business.

Getting Help Safely

What is RSAG?

RSAG (Remote Support Accreditation Group) helps people find computer support companies they can trust. We check remote support providers against written standards for security, technical skill, fair pricing and customer service, then list them in our directory.

Does RSAG fix computers?

No. We don’t sell repairs or take payment for support. We point you to providers in our directory, and you contact them directly.

Is remote computer support safe?

Yes, when you choose the company. Remote support is safe when you found the company yourself, you can see what the technician is doing, and the price is clear before work starts. It’s risky when someone contacts you first by phone, pop-up or email.

How can I tell if a call or pop-up is a scam?

Real tech companies never call, text or pop up first to say your computer has a problem. Other red flags: they claim to be Microsoft, Apple or your bank, they rush you, or they ask for gift cards, wire transfers or crypto. Check a company before you let anyone connect.

I think I was scammed. What should I do?

Disconnect the computer from the internet, call your bank, and change your passwords from a different device. Our step-by-step recovery plan walks you through everything in order.

What does “RSAG Accredited” mean?

The provider meets our standards for data security, technical skill, fair pricing and customer service, and agreed to our Trusted Provider Code of Conduct. Accredited providers are marked in green and listed first.

What’s the difference between Accredited and Listed?

Listed providers have a profile in our directory. Accredited providers also meet our standards. Accreditation covers remote support, so shops and on-site technicians that don’t offer remote help can be listed but not accredited.

How do I leave a review?

Find the provider in the directory, open their profile, and go to the Reviews tab. You’ll need a free account. A real person reads every review before it posts.

How do I file a complaint about a provider?

Use our complaint form. We contact the provider and give them a chance to make it right. Complaints we confirm show on the provider’s profile, next to their reviews.

Can providers pay to hide bad reviews or complaints?

No. Reviews and confirmed complaints stay on the profile no matter which plan a provider buys. Read how we handle conflicts of interest.

For Providers

How do I list my business?

Pick a plan on our List Your Business page, pay by card or PayPal, and fill in the basics. Your profile goes live when you submit.

What does it cost?

A Directory Listing is $74.99 a year. RSAG Accredited is $299 and includes your first year listed.

How does accreditation work?

After you choose the Accredited plan, you give our reviewer a free remote support session, the same way a real customer would get help. We score your security, technical skill, pricing and customer service. Pass, and the RSAG seal is added to your profile.

Is the link to my website do-follow?

Yes. Your profile also links to your service pages, booking page and other listings, and includes business and FAQ schema to help search engines understand your business.

Who can’t be listed?

Companies that cold-call, use scare pop-ups, ask for gift cards or crypto, or pressure people into paying. See our Code of Conduct.

How do I use the RSAG seal on my website?

Accredited providers can download the seal and trust badge from our Promotional Materials page.