Browse All Fraudulent Descriptors

Users receive notifications of unauthorized PayPal orders, often around $120, followed by email spam as a smokescreen tactic.

Mentioned as being associated with PDFSupport in tricking users into subscriptions, suggesting potential deceptive practices.

A descriptor associated with telemarketing calls for police-related charities, where a large portion of the donation is retained by the fundraising company, making it a deceptive practice.

Scammers using the name Portlyn Shipping asked for ID, SSN, and bank information for a fake job offer.

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

Point-of-sale purchase descriptor for Zoosk, often appearing as an unauthorized charge.

Similar to POS PUR, this descriptor indicates an unauthorized purchase from Zoosk.

A common descriptor for unauthorized Zoosk purchases on bank statements.

A general point-of-sale descriptor for ESPN+ purchases. Unauthorized charges could be due to forgotten subscriptions or card misuse.

Point of Sale/Check Card withdrawal descriptor for DraftKings Sportsbook, indicating potential fraudulent activity.

This descriptor has been reported in connection with unauthorized charges, potentially linked to hidden subscriptions or unwanted services related to outdoor photography guides.

PeopleFinders descriptor found on credit card statements, often associated with trial offers leading to subscriptions.

A charge appearing as 'Premier Health' on a bank statement, related to unauthorized health insurance billing.

Users are billed for a 'Prime Shipping Club' that is not affiliated with Amazon, often a phishing attempt or a deceptive subscription.

A billing descriptor for a payment processor often linked to online subscriptions, which can result in charges that cardholders do not recognize.

A charge for a property application fee that was either unauthorized, for a fake listing, or for a property that was never shown.

One of the names used by QC Holdings, associated with many complaints about unfair business practices.

A vague descriptor for an unwanted 'readers club' or digital magazine subscription, often initiated through misleading offers.

A charge for connecting with a realtor that was not authorized or is associated with a scammer posing as a legitimate agent.

A charge from a fraudulent entity posing as a real estate advisor, often for unsolicited or worthless 'consulting' services.

While a legitimate descriptor for REI, it has been reported in contexts of unauthorized charges where stolen credit cards are used to make purchases, sometimes with the intent of returning items for cash or gift cards.

A charge for a rental application fee that was either unauthorized, for a fake listing, or for a property that was never shown.

A descriptor for CBS Interactive charges through Roku, with a masked identifier. Unauthorized charges could be due to forgotten subscriptions or fraudulent activation on Roku devices.

Similar to the previous Roku descriptor, this one also indicates CBS Interactive charges. The 'DE' might signify a specific region or type of transaction, and unauthorized charges suggest similar issues.