Denmark’s ‘Digital War’ Against the US? Anti-American Apps Top Charts as Consumers Boycott US Products

Rising tensions between Denmark and the United States over Greenland have spilled beyond diplomacy and into smartphones. In what experts are calling a form of “digital resistance,” Danish citizens are increasingly turning to mobile apps to identify and boycott American products. Remarkably, these anti-US apps have shot to the top of app store charts almost overnight.

Anti-US Apps Surge to No. 1

In Denmark’s Apple App Store, two apps in particular—NonUSA (UdenUSA) and Made O’Meter—are witnessing a massive surge in downloads. According to reports, NonUSA recently became the most downloaded app in Denmark. As recently as January 9, it was ranked 441st, but within days it climbed to the number-one position. Made O’Meter has also secured a spot among the top apps, ranking fourth on the charts.

This rapid rise reflects growing public anger in Denmark and Greenland, where people are actively seeking ways to avoid buying American products as a form of protest.

How Do These Anti-US Apps Work?

These apps help consumers identify whether a product is American by scanning its barcode. Once scanned, the app reveals details about the product’s origin and ownership, helping users decide whether to purchase or boycott it.

Made O’Meter functions as a grocery assistant, offering insights into supply chains and company ownership. Both apps are designed to empower consumers who want to consciously avoid products linked to the United States.

Greenland Dispute Fuels Digital Protest

The popularity of these apps is closely linked to the ongoing Greenland dispute. Statements and claims made by former US President Donald Trump regarding Greenland have reignited resentment among Danish citizens. This frustration has translated into a broader call to boycott American goods altogether.

Technology experts see this as a significant development, where consumers are using digital tools to send strong political and economic messages—not just to corporations, but also to governments.

Irony of the Protest

Perhaps the most striking irony of this movement is that people are using American technology—iPhones and the Apple App Store—to oppose American products. Despite this contradiction, users appear unfazed, viewing it as a necessary compromise to amplify their protest on a global platform.

Experts believe this trend highlights the growing power of consumer choice in geopolitics. In the coming years, digitally aware citizens may increasingly use their purchasing decisions to influence international relations and pressure governments into reconsidering their policies.