unauthorized Fraudulent Charges

Birchbox UK descriptor for a January charge, often cited in cases where users struggle to cancel or are charged unexpectedly.

A billing descriptor associated with mags.com, which has been linked to unwanted magazine subscriptions and deceptive sign-up practices, despite the website being rated as legitimate by some sources. The * indicates a variable suffix.

A merchant name appearing on statements, potentially linked to card testing activities to verify stolen card information.

Parent company name for Steam, can appear in unauthorized transactions if an account is compromised.

Full corporate billing name for Steam, can appear in unauthorized transactions if an account is compromised.

Unauthorized charges appearing on credit card statements, often for amounts around 648 Indian Rupees (approximately $7.75 USD), linked to Apple/iTunes services but not authorized by the user.

Unauthorized charges from Zoosk appearing as Visa Check Card transactions.

Webnode users report unauthorized charges and difficulty canceling services, often involving hidden subscriptions or unwanted upgrades.

Wix users report unauthorized charges and issues with auto-renewal, leading to unexpected billing.

A small, fraudulent charge of $10 from WMART.SE was reported on a Cabela's card, suggesting potential card testing or unauthorized use.

Descriptor for Fortnite purchases made on Xbox, can appear in unauthorized transactions.

A small charge from Xsolla related to Roblox, potentially a test charge before a larger fraudulent transaction.

Users report unauthorized recurring charges from Zoosk, often after never signing up or canceling.

Ooma has complaints of unauthorized double billing for monthly services, and continued charges even after cancellation, leading customers to cancel their credit cards.

Unauthorized recurring charges from SimpliSafe, often appearing after service cancellation or as unrequested subscriptions.

Phone number format with Steam identifier, can appear in unauthorized transactions if an account is compromised.

A user reported an unknown charge of $38.39 from '697BRAME A VENUVU' on their credit card statement.

A charge for AARP membership renewal that was never authorized by the cardholder, possibly due to identity theft or deceptive auto-renewal practices.

A charge related to Eventbrite advertising that may be unauthorized or a hidden fee, as seen in expense checks.

This descriptor appears as a pending charge on credit card statements, even for users who have never had an Amazon account. The charge is often for $19.99 and is considered fraudulent.

This refers to unauthorized charges for Amazon Prime memberships, often appearing as "AMZN.COM/BILL WA". Charges can be monthly ($16.04) or a full annual subscription ($100), and are often difficult to cancel.

A recurring $8 charge appearing on Amex statements, often without the cardholder's knowledge or consent, despite card reissues.

Charges for Ancestry products that were not authorized or expected by the consumer.

Unexpected charges from the Ancestry online store, potentially for products not ordered.