Detecting Fake Apps - Don't Fall for Them

Fake apps can not only lead to unwanted data loss and other inconveniences, but also cause you serious problems. For instance, malware can make sure that your data is stolen and misused for bad purposes. You can protect yourself by knowing how to recognize fake apps.

This is what you should watch out for

Particularly due to the fact that fake apps of popular originals exist in the app stores, you should be careful before downloading them.

1. Check the name of the app. If it contains a misspelling or if an addition such as "Free" or "unoffical" has been added, there is a very high probability that it is a fake app.
2. Look on the Internet to see how the logo of the desired app is designed. If there are any discrepancies, you must assume that there is a fake. Be particularly careful in this step, because even a wrong color scheme can serve as a clue.
3. Analyze the app reviews. Not only bad app reviews are a clue, but also strikingly many 5-star ratings. Especially if the wording suggests that there is no usage experience.
4. If the download numbers are too low, then this is also an indication that it is a fake app.

How to remove a fake app?

Even if you only suspect, so you should remove a fake app absolutely. Uninstall the app directly and claim your money back from the app store. To be on the safe side, reset your smartphone to safely remove all malicious files.