Browse All Fraudulent Descriptors

Small, unauthorized charges that may be a test for larger fraudulent transactions.

Legitimate PlayStation Network descriptor that can appear in unauthorized charges if an account is compromised.

Unauthorized recurring charges from 'ADTRNQ.COM PRO / PREMHTTPSADTRANQU DEUS', often associated with hidden subscriptions for ad blocker services, but sometimes confused with other recurring charges. Note: This descriptor is primarily for an ad blocker service, not directly ADT home security, but...

A charge from an unknown merchant labeled "POS PAY" that the cardholder does not recognize and cannot trace.

Abbreviated PlayStation Network descriptor that can appear in unauthorized charges if an account is compromised.

General descriptor for Oxford Club publications, where '(PUBLICATION NAME)' is replaced by the specific newsletter (e.g., Oxford Communiqué, Oxford Income Letter). Users report issues with auto-renewals.

This descriptor appears for Oxford Club charges, specifically for VISA. Users report issues with auto-renewals and unexpected charges, with amounts varying based on publication.

Users report recurring charges of $39.95 from PVER3.USxxxxxxx, originating from West Hollywood, CA, with no clear indication of the service or product being provided.

While RaceEntry.com is a legitimate platform, some scams involve fraudulent event registrations that may indirectly lead to charges appearing with 'RACEENTRY' or related terms, though the platform itself states it does not directly handle credit card data.

Charges a recurring fee for "exclusive" access to property data that is freely available elsewhere.

Unauthorized recurring monthly charge often appearing as 'RING MONTHLY HTTPSRING.COMCA' on bank statements, frequently linked to hidden subscriptions or charges after cancellation.

Unauthorized recurring monthly charge for Ring services, often associated with hidden subscriptions or charges post-cancellation.

Unauthorized annual charge for Ring Protect plans, sometimes appearing as double charges or charges after cancellation.

A small, recurring charge from an unknown entity, potentially a test charge for fraudulent activity.

A charge from a fitness subscription service that users may forget about or find difficult to cancel.

Charges from Shield Automotive services that consumers are concerned about being fraudulent or unauthorized on their card statements.

An unrecognized charge from 'Solstice Marketing' mistaken for 'Solstice Benefits', indicating potential confusion or misleading descriptors.

Rare descriptor for Fortnite purchases if accessed through Steam, can indicate unauthorized activity.

A generic descriptor for small, unknown transactions, often single-digit amounts, indicative of card testing.

TRACK THE GENE is identified as a fraudulent VIN report service, implying a hidden subscription or unauthorized billing practice.

Payment processor involved in debt collection for disputed Fanduel charges, indicating potential issues with chargeback processes.

Trustly charges for retry payments related to PointsBet deposits, potentially leading to unexpected fees.

A recurring charge of $2.99 appearing on statements, often associated with unintended Google One subscriptions.

Recurring charges for subscriptions that users forgot they signed up for or no longer use.