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App warns against online scams

Service by the Watchlist Internet

The Watchlist Internet, in cooperation with the Austrian Chamber of Labour (Arbeiterkammer), developed a smartphone app that informs consumers about new online scams.

On the website of the Watchlist Internet, users find current articles about traps and fraudulent offers on the internet. With the new app, they will receive notifications about new articles.

The app is available free of charge in German language. Find more information and download links here: Watchlist Internet app

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