Caution
Online Rip-Off
Dating services: New happiness or big trouble?
When it gets colder outside and you make yourself comfortable at home, the wish for a partner might become especially great. Thanks to the vast number of online portals, you can start the search for love right from your couch. Unfortunately, there are some black sheep among the providers. The ECC has the most important tips for you.
Warning for Canada travellers
12.10.2016 / Overpriced travel permit "eTA"
Liability for unsecured Wi-Fi
The operator of a Wi-Fi network is considered by the law as Internet provider. The Austrian law does not demand providers to generally observe the Internet traffic. The ECJ now confirmed this view.
Free WiFi: Provider is not liable
20.09.2016 / Verdict of the ECJ
Beware of fraudulent mails
15.08.2016 / "Post.AT" misused as sender
Route planner on detour
26.07.2016 / Searching for the perfect route online?
Scams
Foul play with lotteries
Contract traps of shady providers
Counterfeit bills
20.05.2014 / Regrettably this article is only available in German.
Fake reminders of law office Zajonc & Ruck
10.03.2014 / Many consumers get mails from alleged lawyers Zajonc and Ruck. They accuse them of copyright violations on YouTube.
"High Class Forderungsservice"
30.01.2014 / Many consumers in Austria currently receive mails from "HCFS" ("High Class Forderungsservice").
Fake mails in circulation
06.11.2013 / ECC Austria knows what to do.
Expensive trial memberships
ECC Austria advises to be cautious when it comes to "free" offers at fairs.
