No panic: payment demand from Hansevia Forderungsmanagement is a fake!

Summary

Why is this warning issued?

This warning was included because it is based on a report from Watchlist Internet. It aims to protect other users from this fraud scheme. The classified risk is elevated.

How the scam works

• Current fraud case, reported by Watchlist Internet. See linked source for details.
• Data or payments are obtained through supposed winnings, "free" offers, raffles or downloads.
• Hidden subscriptions often arise, or advance payments are demanded for non-existent winnings.
• The perpetrators rely on curiosity, time pressure and an apparently serious appearance.

How to recognise it

• Prize without participation or "free" offer requesting personal data
• Advance payment demanded for "fees/taxes"
• Hidden contract term or follow-up costs

How to protect yourself

• Before signing up, check pricing, contract term and cancellation conditions.
• Do not make any advance payments for alleged winnings – legitimate prizes cost nothing.
• When in doubt, contact the consumer protection center (Verbraucherzentrale).
• Do not react under time pressure – legitimate organizations do not push you into immediate action.
• If in doubt, contact the affected organization via the officially known phone number or website – never via contact details from the suspicious message.
• In case of fraud, file a report with the police and inform the consumer protection center (Verbraucherzentrale).

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Original source

Update history

• 10/09/2026Warning added from an official source