Webinar: My Reputation Online: What Does the Internet Know About Me?
Summary
Why is this warning issued?
This warning was added because it is based on a report from Watchlist Internet. It is intended to protect other users from this fraud scheme. The classified risk is elevated.
How the scam works
- This is not a fraud scheme – therefore no modus operandi by criminals can be described.
- Instead, the event addresses how comments, photos, and old posts remain permanently visible online.
- It shows how information about oneself can be found and evaluated on the internet.
- The goal is to actively and consciously shape one's own online reputation.
How to recognise it
- The source does not describe any fraud characteristics – this is a legitimate educational event.
- The organizers are well-known, trustworthy organizations (Saferinternet.at, Arbeiterkammern).
- The expert (Elisabeth Eder-Janca, Zentrum für Medienbildung) is named.
- The event is publicly announced with a specific date and time.
- Prize without participation or 'free' offer requesting personal data
- Upfront payment demanded for 'fees/taxes'
- Hidden contract term or follow-up costs
How to protect yourself
- Attend the webinar to learn more about digital traces and your own online reputation.
- Regularly search for yourself on the internet (search engines, social networks) to see what information about you is findable.
- If possible, delete old posts, photos, or comments that are no longer wanted, or limit their visibility.
- Regularly review and adjust privacy settings on social networks.
- For questions about data protection or online reputation, contact the Verbraucherzentrale or a media education organization.
What you should never do
- Do not assume that the internet 'forgets' – once published, content may remain permanently accessible.
- Do not carelessly share personal information, photos, or opinions on social networks.
- Do not forgo attending informational offers like this webinar if you want to better understand your digital footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Is the webinar fee-based?
The source does not mention a participation fee. The organizers are Saferinternet.at and the Arbeiterkammern Burgenland and Niederösterreich – both are public, non-profit organizations. Binding information about registration and any costs should be obtained directly from Saferinternet.at.
Who is the webinar aimed at?
According to the source, the webinar is aimed at anyone who wants to know what digital traces they leave behind, how their online reputation is composed, and how they can actively shape it.
Who is the expert?
According to the source, the event is led by Elisabeth Eder-Janca from the Zentrum für Medienbildung.
When and how long does the webinar take place?
The webinar takes place on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 18:30 to 20:00. The specific platform or access link should be requested directly from Saferinternet.at.
Is this report a fraud warning?
No, the source from Watchlist Internet describes a legitimate educational event and not a fraudulent scheme.
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Original source
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Watchlist Internet ↗Update history
- 12/09/2026Description updated
- 09/09/2026Warning added from an official source