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Tips to Avoid Fake iPhone Apps

By iPad Pete 2 Comments

Although Apple has stringent requirements regarding what apps can get published in the App Store, sometimes rogue and otherwise fake apps still slip through – which can definitely be a problem for those of us who are (rightfully) concerned about our privacy.

But thankfully, all hope is not lost. You can take several steps to avoid downloading one of these fake apps to your own iPhone. You need to keep a few key things in mind along the way.

Combating Fake iPhone Apps

1. Reviews

By far, the most important way to avoid fake apps on your iPhone involves reading the reviews of a program BEFORE you download it.

Keep in mind that fake apps can make their way to the top of the “Most Popular Downloads” lists for both free and paid apps. It’s unfortunate, and Apple tries to prevent it, but it does happen on occasion.

Therefore, you need to read reviews to see what other people think about the app before deciding to download it on your own device. Most of the time, people who feel like they’ve been scammed will be more than willing to share that information – helping you avoid the same mistake they made in the future.

2. Developer

Check the app names and logo if it has misspelled words. Popular apps tend to be replicated and made to look so close to the original.

Likewise, you’ll want to pay close attention to any other apps that the same developer has released for the iPhone. If an app is nothing more than a scam, the chances are high that the same developer will have released several other apps of similar nature.

If you take a look through their publication history and find that all of their apps meet those same basic characteristics, run – don’t walk – to the nearest exit.

3. Beware of discounts

Some apps that offer too-good-to-be-true discounts with superior features may be an indicator. Suspicious apps target and lure users into downloading and using their apps by using these offers.

4. Number of Downloads

Popular, well-established apps should have millions of downloads. Fake apps will usually have very few hundreds or thousands of downloads.

5. Check screenshots

When you’re in the App page, it will show a preview of the app with screenshots. Fake apps usually have have poor quality images, or even photo-shopped photos.

6. Review Permissions

If you’ve decided to download an app, it will ask for permissions at your first use. If, for example, you downloaded a Flashlight app and it needs permission to use your microphone or photos, this may be a warning sign that it is an untrustworthy app.

Fake apps are a new way for cybercriminals to attempt to steal users’ information. We store so much information in our iPhones, and it has now become an extension of us. It is best to make it a habit to be cautious of what you allow into your devices.

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Comments

  1. Yvette Hallums says

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    Great information Thanks I did’not know what to look for.

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  2. WinnieDeSoto says

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    I am happy to have read this. It really made me feel good.Now I know what to look for before even excepting anything. I had come across a few apps that looks suspicious but just deleted them. Thank you for your advice.

    Reply

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