The Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB) of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) launched the “Scameter+” mobile app to help the public identify frauds and online pitfalls and increase their crime prevention awareness.
【Key Features】
◆ Scameter Search Engine:
Scameter Search Engine helps you identify frauds and online pitfalls. When encountering suspicious calls, online sellers, friend requests, job ads and investment websites, etc., you can enter the platform account name or number, payment account, phone number, email address and URL, etc. into the search engine to instantly assess the risk of fraud and cyber security.
◆ Call Alert:
This feature intermittently pushes the latest scam database to your mobile device every day. It automatically compares incoming calls against records in the database and issues real-time alerts if potential scam or cyber security risks are detected. Notwithstanding, you still have the option to choose whether to answer the call. To safeguard your privacy, the entire comparison process takes place only within your device, and your personal data, including call records, is not saved or transferred elsewhere.
◆ Website Detection:
This feature intermittently pushes the latest scam database to your mobile device every day. It automatically compares the websites you visit against records in the database. If potential scam or cyber security risks are detected, you will receive real-time notifications advising you not to visit the websites concerned. To safeguard your privacy, the entire comparison process takes place only within your device, and your personal data, including browsing history, is not saved or transferred elsewhere.
◆ Public Intelligence:
If you come across suspicious websites or phone numbers, share them instantly through this feature. The information you provide might be added to the scam database after our analysis, and accessible to all users who use the "Scameter Search", "Call Alert" and "Website Detection" features. This collective effort aims to reduce the risk of scams for everyone. Please note: This public intelligence platform is solely for receiving scam-related intelligence. To make a Police report, please call a nearby police station or dial 999 in case of an emergency. You may also visit the “e-Report Centre” for non-emergency reports.
◆ Scam Prevention Information:
Stay informed and become a smart e-citizen with Scameter+. Receive the latest insights into technology crime trends and scam prevention tips, minimizing your risk of falling prey to scams.
Download "Scameter+" mobile app to avoid cyber pitfall!