This is how you recognise and avoid a scam
Scams are usually planned and carried out so carefully that anybody can fall a victim to them.
What to do if you come across a scam
If you have been or suspect that you have been scammed, you should look into the matter without delay.
Report a scam
Anyone can be scammed. You should not keep quiet about it: by talking about the scam you can help others.
Subscription traps
A subscription trap means that you are misled to concluding a long-term subscription contract, under which the seller sends you invoices or debits your account.
Online shopping scams
Watch out when you are shopping online as there are some operators in the market you cannot trust.
Miracle products
Miracle products are products that come with empty promises concerning their effects.
Fraudsters target older people
Anyone may become the victim of a scam, but older people have a particular risk of being targeted by fraudsters.
Charity scams
Charity scams exploit people's willingness to help. Do not part with your money if you have any doubt about the integrity of the fund-raising campaign.
Business and investment scams
Were you offered a unique opportunity to earn loads of money quickly and easily? Or did you get an investment proposal that sounds too good to be true?
Dark patterns
Dark patterns refer to various methods used to design the structure of websites, software, mobile applications, other user interfaces etc.
Holiday club and timeshare scams
Scams that involve selling timeshares and holiday club memberships are typical in sun holiday destinations.