Stay Safe Online: How to Report Suspicious Apps and Websites


2025-06-14 22:59
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Reporting a suspicious app or website is an essential step in preventing further damage by addressing online scams. Whether you suspect a malicious intention or a cyber threat, taking action can help prevent further damage. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to report a suspicious app or website.
- Detect Unusual Online Activity
- Asking you to share confidential details
- Pushing you to update your browser
- Displaying untrustworthy pop-ups or ads
- Having suspicious online credentials
- Report Online Threats to the Right Places
- Opening the app store and navigating to the app's page
- Following the in-app instructions
- Following the prompts to provide a reason for reporting the app
- Access Apple's security features
- Tap on the app you want to report and then tap on "Report a Problem"
- Confirm the report
- Access Google Play's security features
- Flag the app as suspicious
- Choose a reason for reporting the app and provide additional details
- Report to the Browser
- Look for the "Report abuse" or "Report a website" option
- Follow the in-browser prompts to report the suspicious website
- Follow the prompts to provide a reason for reporting the website
- Access Chrome's advanced security features
- Click on "Reports" and then click on "Phishing and malware"
- Provide more information if required
- Type "about:preferences" in the address bar
- Flag the suspicious website
- Provide a reason for reporting the website
- Reach Out to the App Maker
- Look for the developer's direct email or contact details
- Send an email or message detailing the issue and providing feedback
- Alert Your Security Software
- Check your protection against online threats
- Provide the suspicious app's or website's URL to the software
- Inform Local Law Enforcement
- Contact your local authorities or law enforcement agency
- Send a complaint to your local authorities

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