2025. 07. 04.
Built-in manipulation in games - NATCP participates in international consumer watchdog on video games
During the 2025 sweep, a total of 439 mobile and online games were examined by consumer authorities, with a particular focus on practices that unfairly influence players, especially minors.
2025. 07. 03.
Olive oil raid launched by the NATCP
Following a public interest report NATCP with the assistance of National Tax and Customs Administration (NTCA) patrol officers carried out a full-scale official inspection of a retail and wholesale unit in the 19th district of Budapest.
2025. 06. 27.
Frustration-free melon season? - NATCP checks watermelons during the summer
Warm days bring seasonal fruits, and so it is with watermelon, which has continued to be popular in recent years. Consumers' access to watermelons of the right quality is therefore of utmost importance.
2025. 06. 25.
Fake olive oils found in a wholesale unit - also available in shops and markets, do not consume!
In the course of the official control launched on the basis of a public interest report, food chain safety experts investigated the legality of the marketing of several “extra virgin olive oils” or similar products offered for sale.
2025. 06. 16.
Large national strawberry inspection of the NATCP has been completed - half a thousand items did not pass, even the “fake strawberries from Lajosmizse” failed
Strawberries have been the focus of increased attention for four weeks: the National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP) and the government agencies under its professional control inspected a total of 512 batches at 479 locations nationwide.
2025. 06. 12.
Unlicensed raw milk packaging, cat litter next to food, serious hygiene problems in the XIXth district - immediate NATCP intervention, restored operation
The inspection revealed serious hygiene and food safety deficiencies but the shop operator took immediate action to remedy the problems following the inspection and the follow-up inspection showed significant progress.
2025. 06. 10.
Food safety raid in the summer season - NATCP focuses on ice cream shops and beach bars
Inspections are mainly carried out in catering establishments, such as ice cream stands, beach bars and outdoor units at summer festivals.
2025. 06. 04.
Major hygiene and food safety shortcomings found by NATCP in three shopping centres in Budapest
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP) has launched a targeted food safety inspection carried out in three shopping centres in the capital.
2025. 06. 02.
Increasing online frauds - Don't let the scams fool you!
In recent weeks, Netflix subscribers, WizzAir passengers, Google users and MBH Bank customers have been targeted by fraudsters. NATCP underlines that consumer awareness is the only way to effectively fight against phishing attempts on banking and other services, protecting the savings in our bank accounts.
2025. 05. 27.
NATCP recalled dangerous sports mobile phone cases and transparent colourful nesessera due to phthalate content
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP) monitors the phthalate content of plasticised plastic products by accredited laboratory tests.
2025. 05. 26.
Dangerous USB chargers recalled by consumer protection authority
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP) has investigated USB chargers to identify non-compliant products that pose a risk.
2025. 05. 21.
NATCP actions to protect air passengers' rights
The aim of the initiative is to provide passengers with a more safe and reliable use of air transport and to ensure that they receive uniform and transparent information on the handling of their complaints, in order to protect the interests of Hungarian families.
2025. 05. 19.
Consumer advice for the summer - to enjoy a well-deserved break without worries
With the arrival of good weather, many people go on holiday and demand for accommodation, festivals, beaches and leisure services increases, resulting in an increase in consumer complaints.
2025. 05. 07.
The consumer protection authority is preparing for increased checks on festivals, taxis and nightclubs during the spring-summer tourist season
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP) will again this year pay special attention to the control of commercial and service activities, which are increasing in line with the growth of tourism.
2025. 05. 01.
Consumer protection authority checks the operating conditions of playground equipment to ensure the safety of children
The aim of the inspection is to check that the operating conditions of playground equipment are in line with legal requirements. If the inspections reveal shortcomings, the use of the equipment will be temporarily banned.
