One ‘socially acceptable’ scam that many people participate in is the practice of “subscription traps.” This often involves signing up for a free trial or a low-cost introductory offer for a product or service, only to find out that it’s very easy to forget to cancel before being charged a full subscription price. Many companies rely on the assumption that customers will forget to opt out, resulting in recurring charges that can add up over time. While it’s legal and many consumers are aware of these practices, the ongoing nature of the charges can feel somewhat unfair, yet it’s often just viewed as a part of modern marketing.
One ‘socially acceptable’ scam that many people participate in is the practice of “subscription traps.” This often involves signing up for a free trial or a low-cost introductory offer for a product or service, only to find out that it’s very easy to forget to cancel before being charged a full subscription price. Many companies rely on the assumption that customers will forget to opt out, resulting in recurring charges that can add up over time. While it’s legal and many consumers are aware of these practices, the ongoing nature of the charges can feel somewhat unfair, yet it’s often just viewed as a part of modern marketing.