Browse All Fraudulent Descriptors

Generic Scribd charge, often reported by users who struggle to cancel subscriptions or find unexpected renewals.

Scribd Inc. charges are frequently associated with difficult cancellations and unexpected recurring payments.

Users report unauthorized charges and difficulties canceling subscriptions with Seeking Alpha, often after auto-renewal, with charges around $239 to $530 for annual memberships.

Signature transaction descriptor for DraftKings, possibly linked to unauthorized use of card information.

Potential unauthorized charges or hidden fees associated with vehicle service contracts or similar services.

Unauthorized charges from SimpliSafe, often for unrequested services or after cancellation, appearing as a card purchase.

This descriptor appears for a $16 charge that users cannot trace to any authorized online service or plugin, suggesting a deceptive or unauthorized billing practice.

Multiple unauthorized charges of $9.38 for a dental plan, with issues related to automatic deductions and cancellations.

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

Text message job offer from an imposter claiming to be from Spencer Stuart.

SPI*DIRECT SERVICE' is a billing descriptor for a recurring $4.99 monthly charge, often associated with hidden subscriptions or services that are difficult to cancel.

Multiple unauthorized small charges from Steam, indicating potential card testing or fraudulent purchases.

Alternative Steam billing descriptor, can appear in unauthorized transactions if an account is compromised.

Common descriptor for Steam purchases, can appear in unauthorized transactions if an account is compromised.

A subscription service with a low Trustpilot rating, indicating potential issues with hidden charges or difficult cancellations.

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.

Users report automatic renewal of Motley Fool subscriptions (e.g., Stock Advisor) without clear notification, leading to unexpected charges ranging from $99 to $299 annually.

Inferred descriptor from CFPB enforcement action against TransUnion for inaccurate consumer reporting and deceptive practices.

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.

A charge for a 'veteran discount card' that offers no real benefits or is a recurring subscription signed up for unknowingly.

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.

Websites advertising cheap $1 VIN checks under the 'vinchecker' umbrella often convert to hidden subscriptions, with charges around $35.